Find coaches from Cheltenham to Leicester

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Next departures from Cheltenham to Leicester on 4 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Cheltenham Coach Station
Leicester (Fosse Park)Cheapest
Flixbus
Cheltenham Coach Station
Leicester (Fosse Park)Fastest
Flixbus
Cheltenham Coach Station
Leicester (Fosse Park)No tags
Flixbus
Cheltenham Coach Station
Leicester (Fosse Park)No tags
Flixbus
Cheltenham Coach Station
Leicester St Margarets bus stationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cheltenham to Leicester

Bus
Average priceUS$23 - US$51Average duration7h 20m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$33 - US$110Average duration2h 4m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Cheltenham to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 2 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just US$33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
2h 4mAverage duration
US$33Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cheltenham to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$33
Average bus trip duration7h 20m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure05:40
Distance62 miles
Latest bus departure15:30

Cheltenham to Leicester Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cheltenham - Leicester

  1. What's the distance between Cheltenham and Leicester by coach?

    The distance between Cheltenham and Leicester by coach is approximately 65 miles (105 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Cheltenham to Leicester without a car?

    You can travel to Leicester from Cheltenham by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$32
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US$21
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Leicester was searched and found on 4 Sept 2025 with a price of US$21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cheltenham to Leicester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$44 for a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21, which is on 2025-09-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cheltenham to Leicester.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cheltenham to Leicester, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cheltenham to Leicester will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cheltenham to Leicester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Cheltenham to Leicester?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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