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Swindon - Leicester Coach Timetable

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Journey Information

There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Swindon to Leicester. Traveling by coach from Swindon to Leicester usually takes around 4 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest Megabus coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 50 minutes.

Distance79 mi (128 km)
Shortest duration3h 50m
Cheapest price£3.71
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceMegabus
Coach lines1

How much is a coach ticket from Swindon to Leicester?

£12.98 is the average price of a bus ticket from Swindon to Leicester. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Swindon to Leicester, mark your calendar for March. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just £17. However, taking the bus from Swindon to Leicester during January is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of £32. The best way to find deals on a trip in January is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

What coach companies travel from Swindon to Leicester?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Swindon to Leicester. Megabus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Megabus24h 20m£13.87
  • Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 79 miles from Swindon to Leicester. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 50 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.

"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go."

The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 11:00. To see the times for all coaches from Swindon to Leicester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Swindon to Leicester. One coach is a direct connection, meaning that you can stay on the same vehicle for the entire trip, without having to transfer onto a connecting coach at any point.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Swindon to Leicester; ticket prices start at £78.29.

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 Swindon?

Main departure station: A420

Swindon has two coach stations with service to Leicester.

All coach stations in Swindon:

  • A420

  • Blagrove Roundabout Bus Stop

Where does the coach arrive in Leicester?

Main arrival station: Asda Bus Stop

All coaches from Swindon arrive at one main station in Leicester.

Coach stations in Leicester:

  • Asda Bus Stop

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