Bus routes from Manchester to Leicester
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What to expect of your trip
Fast, easy, and affordable options from Manchester to Leicester
Avg. trip duration
3hr40mins
Avg. distance
188 km
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Bus stations and stops in Manchester
Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
Manchester Shudehill Interchange
Shudehill 38
M4 1EZ Manchester
United Kingdom
Shudehill 38
M4 1EZ Manchester
United Kingdom
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Stand G - For Journeys starting & ending in the UK.
Stand B - UKN603 will depart from this stand (check your bus number on ticket).
This station is wheelchair accessible.
Manchester (Moss Lane East)
Princess Road near junc. Moss Lane East
M16 7BY Manchester
United Kingdom
M16 7BY Manchester
United Kingdom
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Northbound FlixBus services will go from Stop C Raby Street outside Apex Self Storage and southbound services go from Stop D Raby Street on the opposite side of Princess Street.
This stop is wheelchair accessible.
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Available options you can find for a more comfortable trip:
Free WiFi
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Power Outlets
Keep your devices charged on the go
Comfortable seats
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Luggage storage
Space to safely stow your belongings
Toilets
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Frequently asked questions
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Find the cheapest buses from Manchester to Leicester
Looking for cheap tickets from Manchester to Leicester? FlixBus has you covered. The distance between Manchester and Leicester is 189 km, which takes a minimum of 3 hours 35 minutes.
FlixBus has a large network, so you can travel onwards with us once you reach Leicester. Tickets for this connection cost $42.98 on average, but you can book a trip for as little as $17.98. The lowest price for this connection is $17.98, but prices might be higher during high season and when the bus gets full.
So how to find the best ticket prices? Be sure to book in advance on our website or via our FlixBus App. When booking through the App, your ticket will be stored directly, making bus travel even more green and convenient!
Taking the bus from Manchester
Manchester is well-connected on the FlixBus network with 18 connections departing every day from 2 stations, making it very easy to travel across the country.
Arrival in Leicester
With 2 bus stations, Leicester is well-connected. Traveling with FlixBus around the country is very cheap and easy, as to get to Leicester you can pick one of the 20 routes arriving daily.
What to expect onboard the FlixBus bus from Manchester to Leicester
Once you’ve booked your bus tickets through the FlixBus App using one of our secure payment methods, you just need to bring your phone to use as your ticket - and your luggage, of course. Don’t worry about packing light as you can bring one piece of carry-on luggage and one piece of hold luggage for your journey.
Want to be guaranteed the best seat in the house? You can choose yours when you book your ticket. Opt for a classic seat, a table seat, a panorama seat for a great view, or reserve the free seat beside you for extra space.
Once you’ve stowed your luggage away and settled in, sit back and enjoy the journey with the onboard services on your FlixBus bus including free Wi-Fi onboard, FLIXtainment - our entertainment portal, toilets and plug socket.Whether you need to fire off some emails during your trip, or you want to relax and enjoy the ride, we’ve got you covered.
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