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Coach from Heathrow Airport to Leicester
National Express coaches from Heathrow Airport to Leicester provide comfy and affordable travel with fares starting from just £9.00 one-way*.
Enjoy a hassle-free journey as you travel from one of the UK's busiest airports to the heart of Leicester, making your onward journey as relaxing as possible.
You can book tickets from Heathrow Airport to Leicester now using the blue journey planner above.
Coach from Heathrow Airport to Leicester
National Express coaches from Heathrow Airport to Leicester provide comfy and affordable travel with fares starting from just £9.00 one-way*.
Enjoy a hassle-free journey as you travel from one of the UK's busiest airports to the heart of Leicester, making your onward journey as relaxing as possible.
You can book tickets from Heathrow Airport to Leicester now using the blue journey planner above.
| Heathrow to Leicester journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 2 hrs 50 mins |
| Cheapest price | From £9.00 * |
| Distance (approx) | 172km |
| No. of stops | 3 (other services may use further stops) |
| First & last journey daily | 00:05am/22:05pm |
Our Heathrow to Leicester services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 230 service travels up to 9 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Heathrow Airport (T5)
- Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
- Luton Airport Bus Station
- Luton Interchange
- Milton Keynes Coachway
- Leicester (Fosse Park)
- Leicester St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
Our 240 service travels up to 6 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Heathrow Airport (T5)
- Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
- Luton Airport Bus Station
- Milton Keynes Coachway
- Leicester (Fosse Park)
- Leicester St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
Heathrow to Leicester route map
Return route
Routes to Leicester
Departing from Heathrow
While waiting for your coach, you'll find excellent facilities at Heathrow Airport to keep you entertained. You'll spot a wide assortment of cafes, shops and restaurants near your departure point, plus convenient rest areas, toilet facilities, cash machines and ticket machines to ensure you have everything you need before boarding.
Heading between terminals? No problem!
For more frequent National Express coach services, search for your specific terminal in the blue Journey Planner above. Just hop on the free Heathrow Express train to move between terminals quickly and easily at no additional cost.
Arrival and Departure information:
Terminal 2 & 3: Coaches arrive and depart from the Heathrow Central Bus Station.
Terminal 4: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 4.
Terminal 5: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 5.
Arriving in Leicester
St Margaret's Bus Station drops you right where you want to be - in the heart of Leicester's vibrant city centre on Gravel Street. The ideal location puts you moments away from shops, cafes and restaurants.
Great transport connections including local bus routes, rail services and a dedicated taxi rank make it simple to continue your journey, whether you're staying in Leicester or travelling further afield.
You can find out more by visiting our Leicester Bus Station facilities page.
Perfect for:
✅ Airport travellers seeking affordable transport to Leicester
✅ Passengers wanting city centre arrival with excellent onward connections
✅ Visitors looking for comfortable travel after a long flight
Book your National Express coach from Heathrow to Leicester today and enjoy a hassle-free journey that saves those pounds for your time in Leicester.
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Heathrow Airport at 00.05am, arriving at Leicester at 3.00am.
The last coach leaves from Heathrow Airport at 22.05pm, arriving at Leicester at 00.55am.
A one-way journey from Heathrow Airport to Leicester is available from £9.00*.
Our fastest coach journeys from Heathrow to Leicester take 2 hrs 50 mins.
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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