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Birchington to Leicester Coach Timetable
Coach from Birchington to Leicester: Journey Information
There are 8 intercity coaches per day from Birchington to Leicester. Traveling by coach from Birchington to Leicester usually takes around 7 hours and 4 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 8 minutes.
| Distance | 136 mi (219 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 8m |
| Cheapest price | £29.40 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Birchington to Leicester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Birchington 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 | 8 | 7h 4m | £32.41 |
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 about traveling by coach from Birchington to Leicester
The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 4 minutes to cover the 136 miles from Birchington to Leicester. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours and 8 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 15:00. To see the times for all coaches from Birchington to Leicester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 Birchington?
Main departure station: The Square
Most coaches depart from the main station in Birchington.
All coach stations in Birchington:
The Square
Where does the coach arrive in Leicester?
Image credit: Eddie Leslie
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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