St Albans to Leicester bus

Fri, 07 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from St Albans to Leicester

Showing times and prices for 07 Nov

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£8

Fastest journey

2 h 15 m

Average duration

2 h 15 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

113 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from St Albans to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from St Albans to Leicester will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave St Albans for Leicester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBus
12:102h15
St Albans
14:25Leicester
£81One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for St Albans to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Albans to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 113 km

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Train

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£40

Average Price

2h 55m

Average total duration

2h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 27m

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Live departures

St Albans to Leicester bus times

The table below shows live departures for St Albans to Leicester coaches for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 14:42
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus12:10 St Albans
2h15
14:25 Leicester0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from St Albans to Leicester

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Buses from St Albans to Leicester run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 113 km distance in 2h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
113 km
Average bus duration
2h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
15
Direct buses
12
Fastest bus
2h 15m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: St Albans to Leicester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans to Leicester by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from St Albans to Leicester can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for St Albans to Leicester is £14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between St Albans and Leicester is on average 2 h 40 min   for the 69 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Leicester from St Albans by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from St Albans to Leicester leaves at 06: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from St Albans to Leicester leaves at 23: 30.
There are 4 coaches a day from St Albans to Leicester which require at least one change with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from St Albans to Leicester, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Leicester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Leicester from St Albans and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Leicester from St Albans is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from St Albans to Leicester by coach is February.
You have options as you can travel from St Albans to Leicester 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from St Albans to Leicester has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from St Albans to Leicester.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from St Albans to Leicester.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from St Albans to Leicester, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from St Albans to Leicester.
    No, luggage for the coach from St Albans to Leicester needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from St Albans to Leicester.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from St Albans to Leicester.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from St Albans to Leicester.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from St Albans to Leicester.

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