The cheapest and fastest coaches from St Albans to Leicester
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
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.
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.


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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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:10 St Albans | 2h15 | 14:25 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St Albans to Leicester
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.
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 |
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.

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