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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 31 August at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 31 August at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 31 August at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 31 August at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 31 August at
    Destination city: Leicester
    Destination location: Leicester (Fosse Park)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Leicester

Bus
Average priceUS$21 - US$74Average duration8h 20m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$73 - US$73Average duration3h 25m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$31 - US$31Average duration3h 10m
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cardiff to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 10mAverage duration
US$31Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cardiff to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$39
Average bus trip duration8h 20m
Number of daily buses25
Earliest bus departure02:45
Distance115 miles
Latest bus departure17:15

Cardiff to Leicester Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Leicester

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

    The distance between Cardiff and Leicester by coach is approximately 119 miles (191 km).

  2. How can I get from Cardiff to Leicester without driving?

    The best way to go from Cardiff to Leicester without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cardiff to Leicester.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cardiff to Leicester.

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Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Cardiff by bus?

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You can also go to Leicester by train

Train from Cardiff to Leicester

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