- Must visit
King Richard III Visitor Centre
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Whitby to Leicester
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £21
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £51
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 5 h 15 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 5 h 51 m
- Buses on 02 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 208 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Whitby to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Whitby to Leicester will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Fast coaches
To travel from Whitby to Leicester you need to make at least one change.
YC840 · NX19513:16 7h54 Whitby, Windsor Terrace 21:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station £21 1 One-way 1 change- YC840 · NX183
11:16 8h54 Whitby, Windsor Terrace 20:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station £22 1 One-way 1 change 
GR029600 · L01640+
G0098815:16 5h33 Whitby 20:49 Leicester station (LEI) £54 1 One-way 2 changes- GR029500+
C21656+G0118813:16 5h15 Whitby 18:31 Leicester station (LEI) £54 1 One-way 2 changes - GR029700 · C01922+G00993
17:36 5h19 Whitby 22:55 Leicester station (LEI) £54 1 One-way 2 changes
- GR029500+C21656+G01188
13:16 5h15 Whitby 18:31 Leicester station (LEI) £54 1 One-way 2 changes - GR029700+
G89531+W70752+
C2498017:36 5h15 Whitby 22:51 Leicester station (LEI) £99 1 One-way 3 changes - GR029700 · C01922+G00993
17:36 5h19 Whitby 22:55 Leicester station (LEI) £54 1 One-way 2 changes - GR029600 · L01640+G00988
15:16 5h33 Whitby 20:49 Leicester station (LEI) £54 1 One-way 2 changes - YC840 · NX195
13:16 7h54 Whitby, Windsor Terrace 21:10 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station £21 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Whitby to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from Whitby to Leicester and enjoy the approximately 208 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 23:55.
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 208 km |
First bus 2:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Whitby to Leicester trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Whitby to Leicester.
The earliest coach from Whitby to Leicester leaves at 2:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Whitby to Leicester leaves at 23:55.
Complete guide to Leicester
Things to do in Leicester
Discover the best of Leicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leicester trip today.
- Recommended
Leicester Museum & Art Gallery
Leicester’s main art and history museum, with dinosaur galleries, fine art and displays on the city’s people and past.
- Recommended
Jewry Wall Museum
Museum beside Roman remains, exploring local archaeology from Roman Leicester to later city history in a compact setting.
- Recommended
St Martin's Square
Lively regenerated waterside with bars, boats, public art and an easy walk linking the city centre to the canal heritage area.
- Recommended
Victoria Park
Large central park with formal gardens, broad lawns and space to relax near the university and city centre.
- Recommended
Abbey Park
Attractive green space around abbey ruins and the River Soar, good for walks, wildlife and traces of medieval Leicester.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester Cheese
Red Leicester is a crumbly orange cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire, long linked to the county and traditionally coloured with annatto for its rich hue.
Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
Melton Mowbray pork pie is a hand-raised pie from Leicestershire with seasoned chopped pork and a distinctive free-form crust, traditionally eaten cold.
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Stilton is a famous English blue cheese historically traded through Leicestershire, prized for its creamy texture and strong savoury flavour on local cheeseboards.
Laguna
Popular Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile known for rich curries, tandoori dishes and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
Knight & Garter
Stylish modern British restaurant and bar in St Martins Square, known for seasonal plates, cocktails and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Shivalli
Long-running vegetarian Gujarati restaurant serving thalis, snacks and sweets in a simple, busy setting loved by local families.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
FAQs: Whitby to Leicester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitby 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.
Yes, you can take a between Whitby and Leicester.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Whitby and Leicester
Most Whitby to Leicester buses use the Whitby, Windsor Terrace to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Whitby and Leicester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Whitby
Arrival bus stations in Leicester
Which Whitby station do buses to Leicester leave from?
Buses from Whitby to Leicester leave from Whitby, Windsor Terrace. The station is from Whitby city centre at Whitby bus station, Whitby YO21 1YN, UK.
Whitby, Windsor TerraceWhitby bus station, Whitby YO21 1YN, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Whitby, Windsor Terrace from Whitby city centre
BusGrey Line, Yellow Line · 36m · every ~2 min
Whitby, Windsor Terrace bus station facilities and services
Whitby, Windsor Terrace has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Whitby, Windsor Terrace. ATMs are available at Whitby, Windsor Terrace.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Whitby, Windsor Terrace.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Whitby, Windsor Terrace: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Whitby, Windsor Terrace: Wheelchair accessible buses available.
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station from Leicester city centre
BusHop · 0m · £2 · every ~14 min
26 · 1m · every ~10 min
21 · 4m
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