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Coach from London to Leicester in 2 hours (fastest journey)
National Express coaches from London to Leicester run regularly throughout the day, with fares starting from £4.90 one-way*. Our fastest journey takes just 2 hours from our Golders Green stop, offering comfortable and reliable travel between these vibrant cities.
Coach from London to Leicester in 2 hours (fastest journey)
National Express coaches from London to Leicester run regularly throughout the day, with fares starting from £4.90 one-way*. Our fastest journey takes just 2 hours from our Golders Green stop, offering comfortable and reliable travel between these vibrant cities.
| London to Leicester journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 2 hrs (from Golders Green) |
| Cheapest price | From £4.90 * |
| Distance (approx) | 204km |
| No. of stops | 6 (other services may use further stops) |
| First & last journey daily | 6:30am/23:59pm (from London Victoria Coach Station) |
Our London to Leicester services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 440 service travels up to 24 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- London Victoria Coach Station
- London (Marble Arch)
- London (Baker Street)
- London (Finchley Road)
- London (Golders Green)
- Milton Keynes Coachway
- Northampton, North Gate Bus Station
- Leicester (Braunstone)
- Leicester
London to Leicester route map
Departing from London Victoria Coach Station
London Victoria Coach Station is conveniently located just 300 metres from the tube network, served by the Victoria Line, District Line, and Circle line.
You'll find a bus stop right outside the station and a taxi rank on Eccleston Place, making connections simple. The station offers all the facilities you need before beginning your journey to Leicester.
Take a look at our Victoria Coach Station facilities.
Arriving at Leicester Coach Station
Leicester's St Margaret's Bus Station sits in the city centre on Gravel Street, placing you moments from shops, cafes, restaurants and all the city offers. National Express recommends allowing time to explore the city upon arrival.
With excellent transport links including bus routes, rail connections and a dedicated taxi rank around the bus station, continuing your journey couldn't be easier.
Check out our Leicester Bus Station facilities.
Perfect for:
✅ Budget-conscious travellers wanting affordable intercity travel
✅ Day-trippers seeking quick connections between major cities
✅ Passengers wanting guaranteed comfort with no driving stress
Book your National Express coach journey today and enjoy stress-free travel between London and Leicester with our reliable, comfortable service.
Return route
Routes to Leicester
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from London Victoria Coach Station at 6.30am, arriving at Leicester Bus Station at 9.20am.
The last coach leaves from London Victoria Coach Station at 23.59pm, arriving at Leicester Bus Station at 2.55am.
A one-way journey from London to Leicester is available from £4.90*.
Our fastest coach journeys can arrive in 2 hrs from our Golders Green stop.
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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