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Children under 14 years of age are not permitted to travel without being accompanied throughout the journey by a responsible person aged 16 years or over.
Children aged 14 - 15 years old may travel unaccompanied, as from 5am, arriving at their booked destination no later than 10pm. Unaccompanied children will be asked for proof of age or a signed letter of permission from their parent/guardian. (sms or chat based messages are not permissible)

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Coventry to Leicester

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Coach from Coventry to Leicester

National Express connects Coventry to Leicester with comfy seats where you can sit back and relax, convenient city-center drop-offs, and an affordable way to travel between these Midlands cities - that's stress-free journeying sorted!

You can book tickets from Coventry to Leicester now using the blue journey planner above.

Coach from Coventry to Leicester

National Express connects Coventry to Leicester with comfy seats where you can sit back and relax, convenient city-center drop-offs, and an affordable way to travel between these Midlands cities - that's stress-free journeying sorted!

You can book tickets from Coventry to Leicester now using the blue journey planner above.

Coventry to Leicester journey information
Fastest journey time 45 mins
Cheapest price From £9.20 *
Distance (approx) 40km
No. of stops 0 (other services may use further stops)
First & last journey daily 4:50am/15:55pm

   

Our Coventry to Leicester services and stops

Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.

Our 777 service travels up to 6 times a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Coventry Pool Meadow Bus Station
  • Leicester

Coventry to Leicester route map

Departing from Coventry

You'll find Coventry's Pool Meadow Bus Station right in the heart of the city centre, making it an ideal starting point for your journey.

Inside the station, you'll discover plenty of facilities to ensure you're comfortable before you set off, with local bus services dropping you directly outside the entrance.

Arriving in Leicester

Step into Leicester's St Margaret's Bus Station, centrally located on Gravel Street, placing you within easy walking distance of the city's shops, cafes and restaurants.

Great transport links surround the station, including numerous bus routes, rail connections and a dedicated taxi rank for seamless onward travel - with National Express, your exploration of Leicester's cultural attractions is completely covered.

You can find out more by visiting our Leicester Bus Station facilities page.

  

Perfect for:


 Day-trippers wanting convenient city centre connections
 Budget-conscious travellers seeking affordable Midlands transport
 Visitors exploring Leicester's historical and cultural highlights

 

Enjoy a comfortable, hassle-free trip between these vibrant Midlands cities - that's smart travelling sorted!

Frequently asked questions

The first coach leaves from Coventry Pool Meadow Bus Station at 4.50am, arriving at Leicester at 5.35am.

The last coach leaves from Coventry Pool Meadow Bus Station at 15.55pm, arriving at Leicester at 16.40pm.

A one-way journey from Coventry to Leicester is available from £9.20*.

Coach journeys from Coventry to Leicester take on average 45 mins, which is also our fastest journey time.

We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.

Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.

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T&C: *Limited Availability. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 26.11.2025 for travel between 26.11.2025 - 23.03.2026.
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