Swindon to Leicester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swindon to Leicester

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£20

Fastest journey

5 h 5 m

Average duration

7 h 25 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

128 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swindon to Leicester will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Swindon for Leicester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 128 km distance in an average of 7 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 10 h 5 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
19:005h05
Swindon
00:05Leicester
£121One-way
0 changes
National Express
04:257h05
Swindon
11:30Leicester
£221One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
21:3010h05
Swindon
07:35Leicester
£261One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Swindon to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £77.

Distance: 128 km

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Train

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£125

Average Price

5h 17m

Average total duration

4h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 20m

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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

Swindon to Leicester bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:45
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express04:25 Swindon
7h05
11:30 Leicester0 changesdirect
national_express19:00 Swindon
5h05
00:05 Leicester0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus21:30 Swindon
10h05
07:35 Leicester0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swindon to Leicester

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Buses from Swindon to Leicester run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 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
128 km
Average bus duration
4h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
15
Fastest bus
6h 10m
First bus
04:55
Last bus
22:20
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, Megabus, Stagecoach West from Swindon to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Swindon to Leicester with National Express, Megabus, Stagecoach West for as low as £12. 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
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
£12
National Express frequency
13 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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 35m
Cheapest Price
£21
Megabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Stagecoach West

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 1m
Cheapest Price
£19
Stagecoach West frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Swindon to Leicester coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Swindon 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 Swindon to Leicester.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Swindon to Leicester can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swindon to Leicester is £24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Swindon to Leicester coach time is 4 h 55 min   covering the 79 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Swindon to Leicester leaves at 04: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Swindon to Leicester leaves at 20: 40.
There are 15 coaches a day from Swindon to Leicester which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus or Stagecoach West. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Swindon to Leicester coach with National Express, Megabus or Stagecoach West. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from Swindon to Leicester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Leicester from Swindon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Swindon to Leicester is December.
You have options as you can travel between Swindon and Leicester 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Swindon to Leicester has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Swindon to Leicester.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Swindon to Leicester.

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

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    Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Leicester

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    The major coach station for departures in Swindon is Swindon, Freshbrook. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon, Freshbrook for your trip from Swindon to Leicester.
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