Is there a way to reach Leicester from Reading without a car?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most easy and sustainable way. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus trip from Reading to Leicester?

The travel time from Reading to Leicester is about 5h 5m, but you can get there in as little as 5h 5m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 82 miles (133 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Reading and Leicester?

About 82 miles (133 km) separate Reading and Leicester.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Reading to Leicester?

If you're headed to Leicester from Reading, chances are that your bus will leave from Mereoak P&R and arrive at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to go from Reading to Leicester?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Reading to Leicester by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $33.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Reading to Leicester?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Reading to Leicester is $33. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $33 and $33, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Reading to Leicester Bus Tickets

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $33	Average Duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$102 - $375	Average Duration2h 58m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $17	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Reading to Leicester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Reading to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$33

Average bus trip duration5h 5m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure4:45am

Distance80 miles (129 km)

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FlixBus

3.5/58,733 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,164 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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Reading to Leicester Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Reading and Leicester?

Stops in Reading

A - Mereoak P&R

B - Reading

C - Bath Road

Stops in Leicester

A - St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station

B - Leicester

C - Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound

D - Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions for your trip Reading - Leicester

Is there a way to reach Leicester from Reading without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Reading to Leicester?
What is the distance between Reading and Leicester?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Reading to Leicester?
What is the cheapest way to go from Reading to Leicester?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Reading to Leicester?

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Reading 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 Reading to Leicester.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Reading to Leicester that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Reading to Leicester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

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.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Reading - Leicester

Is there a way to reach Leicester from Reading without a car?

How long is the bus trip from Reading to Leicester?

What is the distance between Reading and Leicester?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Reading to Leicester?

What is the cheapest way to go from Reading to Leicester?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Reading to Leicester?

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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