Stansted to Leicester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted to Leicester

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£26

Average price

£31

Fastest journey

4 h 25 m

Average duration

5 h 58 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

126 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Stansted to Leicester will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Stansted for Leicester every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 126 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 20 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.

National Express
05:554h25
Stansted
10:20Leicester
£261One-way
0 changes
National Express
22:005h30
Stansted
03:30Leicester
£311One-way
0 changes
National Express
18:505h05
Stansted
23:55Leicester
£321One-way
0 changes
National Express
22:509h20
Stansted
08:10Leicester
£321One-way
0 changes
National Express
03:205h30
Stansted
08:50Leicester
£341One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Stansted to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 126 km

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Coach
Train

£29

Average Price

Cheapest

£34

Average Price

3h 13m

Average total duration

2h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Stansted to Leicester bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:47
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX777
Delayed
07:15 01:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
2h20
09:35 09:35Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA6 · NX440
On time
04:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h30
09:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNXA6 · NX440
On time
04:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h20
09:40 Leicester, Braunstone		1 change
national_expressNXA6 · NX440
On time
06:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h25
11:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNXA6 · NX440
On time
07:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h20
12:15 Leicester, Braunstone		1 change
national_expressNX777
On time
09:00 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
2h30
11:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA6 · NX440
On time
10:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h15
14:25 Leicester, Braunstone		1 change
national_expressNX777
On time
11:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
2h20
13:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA6 · NX440
On time
12:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h40
16:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNXA6 · NX440
On time
12:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h30
16:40 Leicester, Braunstone		1 change
national_expressNXA6 · NX440
On time
14:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h25
18:35 Leicester, Braunstone		1 change
national_expressNX777
On time
15:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
2h30
18:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA6 · NX440
On time
16:10 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h15
20:25 Leicester, Braunstone		1 change
national_expressNX777
On time
17:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
2h20
19:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA6 · NX440
On time
18:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
3h40
22:30 Leicester, Braunstone		1 change
national_expressNX777
On time
19:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
2h15
21:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX777
On time
21:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
2h10
23:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		0 changesdirect
national_expressNXA6 · NX440
On time
22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h30
02:55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX777
On time
22:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h35
03:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stansted to Leicester

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Buses from Stansted to Leicester run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
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
126 km
Average bus duration
2h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
17
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
2h 20m
First bus
00:45
Last bus
23:50
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

Bus providers: National Express from Stansted to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Stansted to Leicester with National Express for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Price
£23
National Express frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Stansted to Leicester coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Stansted to Leicester with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Stansted to Leicester.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stansted to Leicester can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted to Leicester is £36; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Stansted to Leicester is 2 h 10 min   to travel the 78 mile long journey, with around there are 15 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Stansted to Leicester leaves at 00: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Stansted to Leicester leaves at 23: 45.
There are 15 coaches a day from Stansted to Leicester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Stansted to Leicester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Leicester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Leicester from Stansted and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leicester, St. Margaret's Bus Station, located 0.2 miles (368 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Leicester from Stansted is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Stansted to Leicester is January.
You have options as you can travel between Stansted and Leicester 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Stansted to Leicester has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted to Leicester.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Stansted to Leicester.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Stansted 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.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

    • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Stansted to Leicester.
    No, luggage for the coach from Stansted to Leicester needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Stansted to Leicester.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stansted to Leicester.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Stansted to Leicester.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Stansted to Leicester.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Stansted and Leicester

    Stansted
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