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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bicester to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 82 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£50 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Bicester to Leicester, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Bicester to Leicester:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bicester to Leicester costing on average £50.
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 5m.
Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£33. The journey takes 1h 46m versus 1h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Leicester from Bicester by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Bicester to Leicester is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Leicester are Birmingham, London, Nottingham, Coventry and Sheffield. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Leicester on Omio.
Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Nottingham is known for the Robin Hood legend, its lace-making past and a lively student atmosphere. The compact city blends Nottingham Castle and the Lace Market with independent shops, music and strong sporting traditions.
Coventry blends medieval history with post-war architecture and a strong industrial past. It is best known for its cathedral ruins, modern Coventry Cathedral and links to British car making.
Sheffield is known for its steelmaking heritage, modern music culture and easy access to green space. It feels both urban and outdoorsy, with Victorian buildings, independent venues and the Peak District nearby.
Travel to Leicester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bicester to Leicester.
This is compared to other travel options from Bicester to Leicester:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bicester to Leicester costing on average £50.
Other travel options to Leicester take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 5m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bicester and Leicester as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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