Bus Leicester to Bournemouth: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Leicester to Bournemouth

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Leicester to Bournemouth from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

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Friday

$17

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Sunday

$13

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Tuesday

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 5m	6:00 AM	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	1:05 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/20/2026 6:00:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/20/2026 1:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
National Express	6h 50m	8:45 AM	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	3:35 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/20/2026 8:45:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/20/2026 3:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
National Express	7h 25m	10:30 AM	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	5:55 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/20/2026 10:30:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/20/2026 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
FlixBus	7h 20m	8:20 AM	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	3:40 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/20/2026 8:20:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/20/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
FlixBus	6h 45m	5:25 PM	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	12:10 AM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/20/2026 5:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/21/2026 12:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 55m	7:45 AM	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	1:40 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/22/2026 7:45:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/22/2026 1:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
National Express	6h 15m	5:05 PM	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	11:20 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/22/2026 5:05:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/22/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
National Express	6h 0m	7:00 PM	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	1:00 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/22/2026 7:00:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/23/2026 1:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
National Express	6h 5m	5:15 PM	Leicester	Braunstone	11:20 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/22/2026 5:15:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/22/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	6h 18m	5:15 PM	Leicester	Braunstone	11:33 PM	Bournemouth	University	Economy	$13	A Bus from National Express goes from Braunstone, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 3/22/2026 5:15:00 PM to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 3/22/2026 11:33:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 18m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Leicester to Bournemouth is $13 on 3/22/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Leicester and Bournemouth

See here how frequent the connections between Leicester and Bournemouth are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 39 daily buses from Leicester to Bournemouth. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 31 daily coaches between Leicester and Bournemouth.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 31 buses from Leicester to Bournemouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Leicester and Bournemouth, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Leicester to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 35 times every day by bus from Leicester to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Leicester to Bournemouth starting from $13!

Cheapest Bus	$13
Fastest Bus	5h 40m
Earliest Bus	3:55 AM
Latest Bus	9:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	35 Ø
Distance	136.3 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Leicester to Bournemouth

Every day, 35 buses from 2 bus companies leave Leicester for Bournemouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/18/2026 and for the following days.

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Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 03/15

Monday 03/16

Tuesday 03/17

Wednesday 03/18

Thursday 03/19

$13

Friday 03/20

$17

Saturday 03/21

Sunday 03/22

$13

Monday 03/23

Tuesday 03/24

Wednesday 03/25

$16

Thursday 03/26

Friday 03/27

$26

Saturday 03/28

Sunday 03/29

$26

Monday 03/30

Tuesday 03/31

Wednesday 04/01

$13

Thursday 04/02

$19

Friday 04/03

$35

Saturday 04/04

$21

Sunday 04/05

$22

Monday 04/06

$21

Tuesday 04/07

$13

Wednesday 04/08

$13

Thursday 04/09

$21

Friday 04/10

$26

Saturday 04/11

The cheapest time to travel from Leicester to Bournemouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leicester to Bournemouth, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $13, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Leicester to Bournemouth. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $17.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leicester to Bournemouth, with $13. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $13.

How to save money travelling from Leicester to Bournemouth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Leicester to Bournemouth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Leicester to Bournemouth, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Leicester to Bournemouth are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Leicester and Bournemouth

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Leicester and Bournemouth.

Braunstone

Narborough Road

Fosse Park

Fosse Park Ave

St. Margaret's Bus Station

Gravel St

Central Station

Seaward road 401

Charles Street Bus Station

Gravel St 77

Central Bus Station

Bournemouth Bus Station

University

Fern Barrow

Westbourne

Poole Rd

Square

Gervis Pl 9

Pier

Exeter Road

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Leicester to Bournemouth? Compare all modes of transports from Leicester to Bournemouth.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leicester to Bournemouth

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Leicester to Bournemouth? Or which bus companies serve the route Leicester to Bournemouth? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Leicester to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Leicester Bournemouth bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $13 and takes 5h 55m to reach Bournemouth. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Leicester to Bournemouth?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $13 and $45. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bournemouth.

On average, how many connections are available from Leicester to Bournemouth each day?

Every day, the Leicester to Bournemouth bus route is served by approximately 35 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Leicester to Bournemouth take?

The fastest bus from Leicester to Bournemouth is offered by National Express and takes 5h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $17. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leicester to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus arriving in Bournemouth from Leicester starts at 3:55 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Leicester to Bournemouth?

The latest bus trip departing from Leicester for Bournemouth starts at 9:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Leicester Bournemouth route?

When traveling by bus from Leicester to Bournemouth, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Bournemouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Leicester and Bournemouth by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Leicester to Bournemouth bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Leicester Bournemouth bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Leicester Bournemouth bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Leicester to Bournemouth on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Leicester to Bournemouth?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Leicester to Bournemouth

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Leicester and to Bournemouth

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Leicester and to Bournemouth. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!