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Compare all timetables for the bus from Southampton to Leicester

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

today
$23
tomorrow
$33
Saturday
$28
Sunday
$30
Monday
$26
Tuesday
$29
Wednesday
$34

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 50m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:50 PM Leicester Fosse Park  Economy $23
FlixBus 6h 10m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 11:10 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $23
FlixBus 5h 35m 5:15 PM Southampton University 10:50 PM Leicester Fosse Park  Economy $24
National Express 7h 30m 10:05 AM Southampton Bus Station 5:35 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $33
National Express 7h 45m 12:15 PM Southampton Bus Station 8:00 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $33

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 10m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 11:10 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $33
FlixBus 5h 50m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:50 PM Leicester Fosse Park  Economy $33
FlixBus 7h 15m 9:30 AM Southampton University 4:45 PM Leicester Fosse Park  Economy $33
National Express 7h 10m 2:05 AM Southampton Bus Station 9:15 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $48
National Express 6h 5m 4:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 10:20 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $48

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 55m 5:15 PM Southampton University 11:10 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $28
FlixBus 7h 0m 7:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 2:15 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 6h 10m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 11:10 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $29
National Express 6h 20m 3:45 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:05 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $32
National Express 7h 15m 1:15 PM Southampton Bus Station 8:30 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $33

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 10m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 11:10 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 5h 50m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:50 PM Leicester Fosse Park  Economy $30
FlixBus 5h 55m 5:15 PM Southampton University 11:10 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $30
National Express 6h 55m 2:05 AM Southampton Bus Station 9:00 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $48
National Express 5h 50m 4:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 10:05 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $48

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 10m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 11:10 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $26
FlixBus 5h 50m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:50 PM Leicester Fosse Park  Economy $26
FlixBus 5h 35m 5:15 PM Southampton University 10:50 PM Leicester Fosse Park  Economy $26
National Express 7h 5m 7:30 AM Southampton Bus Station 2:35 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $40
National Express 7h 25m 1:15 PM Southampton Bus Station 8:40 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $42

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 10m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 11:10 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 7h 50m 10:50 AM Southampton Bus Station 6:40 PM Leicester Fosse Park  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 50m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:50 PM Leicester Fosse Park  Economy $29
National Express 7h 10m 2:05 AM Southampton Bus Station 9:15 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $38
National Express 6h 5m 4:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 10:20 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $38

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 0m 7:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 2:15 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $34
FlixBus 8h 0m 9:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 5:15 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $36
FlixBus 7h 30m 9:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 4:45 PM Leicester Fosse Park  Economy $36
National Express 7h 10m 2:05 AM Southampton Bus Station 9:15 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $38
National Express 6h 5m 4:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 10:20 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station  Economy $38

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Southampton to Leicester is $14 on 1/7/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Southampton and Leicester

See here how frequent the connections between Southampton and Leicester are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 28 daily buses from Southampton to Leicester. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 17 daily coaches between Southampton and Leicester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 75 buses from Southampton to Leicester, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Southampton and Leicester, with 13 offers.

Facts about the bus from Southampton to Leicester

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 24 times every day by bus from Southampton to Leicester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Southampton to Leicester starting from $14!

Cheapest Bus $14
Fastest Bus 5h 35m
Earliest Bus 9:30 AM
Latest Bus 6:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 24 Ø
Distance 119.9 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Southampton to Leicester

Every day, 24 buses from 2 bus companies leave Southampton for Leicester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/18/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
$23
Friday 12/19
$48
Saturday 12/20
$32
Sunday 12/21
$30
Monday 12/22
$40
Tuesday 12/23
$38
Wednesday 12/24
$38
Thursday 12/25
$107
Friday 12/26
$50
Saturday 12/27
$39
Sunday 12/28
$49
Monday 12/29
Tuesday 12/30
$33
Wednesday 12/31
Thursday 01/01
$44
Friday 01/02
$33
Saturday 01/03
$22
Sunday 01/04
$25
Monday 01/05
Tuesday 01/06
$16
Wednesday 01/07
$14
Thursday 01/08
Friday 01/09
$15
Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Southampton to Leicester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to Leicester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $14, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Southampton to Leicester. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $25.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Southampton to Leicester, with $14. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $33.

How to save money travelling from Southampton to Leicester

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 Southampton to Leicester 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 Southampton to Leicester, 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 Southampton to Leicester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Southampton to Leicester

These are the most booked bus companies between Southampton to Leicester from our users.

National Express from Southampton to Leicester

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Southampton to Leicester:

Cheapest Price $32
Fastest Bus 5h 50m
Earliest Bus 10:05 AM
Last Bus 6:30 PM
Daily Connections 13 Ø
Found on 12/16/2025

All bus stations and stops in Southampton and Leicester

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

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 Southampton to Leicester? Compare all modes of transports from Southampton to Leicester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Southampton to Leicester

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

FAQs about the Southampton to Leicester bus

How much does a Southampton Leicester bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $14 and takes 5h 50m to reach Leicester. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $14 and $59. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Leicester.

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

Every day, the Southampton to Leicester bus route is served by approximately 24 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Southampton to Leicester is offered by FlixBus and takes 5h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $24. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Southampton to Leicester?

The earliest bus arriving in Leicester from Southampton starts at 9:30 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 Southampton to Leicester?

The latest bus trip departing from Southampton for Leicester starts at 6:30 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 Southampton Leicester route?

When traveling by bus from Southampton to Leicester, 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 Southampton and Leicester?

You can check all the direct connections between Southampton and Leicester 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 Southampton to Leicester 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 Southampton Leicester 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 Southampton Leicester 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 Southampton to Leicester on your planned travel date.

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

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 24 daily trips between Southampton and Leicester. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Southampton to Leicester?

Prices and availability for 24 trips between Southampton and Leicester change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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