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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity coaches per day from Bishop's Stortford to Leicester. Traveling by coach from Bishop's Stortford to Leicester usually takes around 4 hours and 57 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 76 mi (122 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 5m |
| Cheapest price | £16.01 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Bishop's Stortford to Leicester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bishop's Stortford to Leicester. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 7 | 4h 57m | £26.38 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 57 minutes to cover the 76 miles from Bishop's Stortford to Leicester. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 5 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Leicester, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first coach leaves at 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 09:00. To see the times for all coaches from Bishop's Stortford to Leicester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled coaches that travel from Bishop's Stortford to Leicester every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Bishop's Stortford to Leicester; ticket prices start at £62.16.
City Information
Leicester
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Leicester, located in the county of Leicestershire in the East Midlands, is a city with much to explore. Leicester's cultural diversity and large student population mean the city is filled with a wide variety of experiences.
Leicester Cathedral and Belvoir Castle are a must-visit for those looking to discover the past. Leicester is also famous for being the final resting place of King Richard III, with a visitor centre built around the location to tell the story of one of the most famous monarchs in English history. For a broader look at history, try the Leicester Museum and Art Gallery to learn about the Mesozoic era as well as Ancient Egypt.
If your interests lie more in futuristic endeavours, visit the National Space Centre to take a trip through time and space. Leicester is also home to many traditional English pubs and quaint cafes, making it a great place to sit back, relax and enjoy the moment.
Leicester is easily accessible by train, with Leicester Rail Station serving East Midlands and Thameslink trains. St Margaret's Bus Station is located centrally and serves National Express coaches. If you're travelling from further afield, East Midlands Airport and Birmingham Airport are both close to Leicester.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Bishop's Stortford?
Main departure station: STANSTED Airport London (STN)
Most coaches depart from the main station in Bishop's Stortford.
All coach stations in Bishop's Stortford:
STANSTED Airport London (STN)
Where does the coach arrive in Leicester?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: LEICESTER, St Margarets Bus Station
Located slightly north of Leicester's city centre, St Margaret's Bus Station is a modern facility that is the first carbon-neutral structure of its kind in the UK. Containing a café, seating area, and real-time departures and arrivals information, the station serves both local buses and long-distance coaches. The latter are predominantly operated by National Express, with regular services to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Gatwick Airport, and Stansted Airport. There is a pedestrian link to Haymarket Bus Station, where additional local buses depart.
Coach stations in Leicester:
LEICESTER, St Margarets Bus Station
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