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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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Stansted to Leicester

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Coach from Stansted Airport to Leicester

National Express coaches travel from Stansted Airport to Leicester up to several times daily, with one-way fares starting from £18.00*, providing a comfortable and affordable travel option after your flight.

Relax in our spacious seating as we transport you directly from the airport to Leicester's city centre.

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

Coach from Stansted Airport to Leicester

National Express coaches travel from Stansted Airport to Leicester up to several times daily, with one-way fares starting from £18.00*, providing a comfortable and affordable travel option after your flight.

Relax in our spacious seating as we transport you directly from the airport to Leicester's city centre.

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

Stansted to Leicester journey information
Fastest journey time 2 hrs 25 mins
Cheapest price From £18.00 *
Distance (approx) 152km
No. of stops 0 (other services may use further stops)
First & last journey daily 9:00am/21:00pm

   

Our Stansted to Leicester services and stops

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

Our 767 service travels up to 1 times a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Stansted Airport
  • Cambridge Parkside
  • Peterborough Queensgate Bus Station
  • Leicester

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

  • Stansted Airport
  • Leicester

Stansted to Leicester route map

Departing from Stansted Airport

Before boarding your coach, take advantage of Stansted's excellent facilities to refresh after your flight. Enjoy coffee shops, newsagents and convenient toilet facilities throughout the terminal, ensuring you're comfortable and prepared for your onward journey to Leicester.

For more information, take a look at our Stansted Airport coach station page.

Arriving in Leicester

St Margaret's Bus Station is ideally located on Gravel Street in the heart of Leicester's vibrant city centre, placing you moments away from shops, cafes and restaurants.

The station offers excellent transport connections, including local bus services, nearby rail options and a dedicated taxi rank, making it simple to continue to your final destination.

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

   

Perfect for:


 Air travellers seeking affordable airport transfers to the Midlands
 Visitors wanting direct access to Leicester city centre
 Passengers preferring comfortable travel with generous luggage allowance

 

Book your Stansted to Leicester coach journey today and enjoy a stress-free connection from the airport to this historic Midlands city.

Frequently asked questions

The first coach leaves from Stansted Airport at 9.00am, arriving at Leicester at 12.05pm.

The last coach leaves from Stansted Airport at 21.00pm, arriving at Leicester at 23.25pm.

A one-way journey from Stansted to Leicester is available from £18.00*.

Our fastest coach journeys from Stansted to Leicester take 2 hrs 25 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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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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