How to Get from Heathrow to Leicester
Heathrow to Leicester is 135 km in a straight line. The trip takes 4h 45m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Heathrow to Leicester by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
4h 45m
2 transfers
Bus
€25
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 8 Nov 2026
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Heathrow to Leicester. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 45m by bus, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 135 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
135 km in a straight line
Heathrow to Leicester: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Heathrow → London HeathrowbusAirport shuttle bus·35m
- 2London Heathrow → London Heathrow Airport T5 -busLocal bus·45m
- 3London Heathrow Airport T5 - → Leicesterbus
FlixBus·2h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
FlixBusLondon Heathrow Airport T5 --LeicesterBook →On this route you travel with Airport shuttle bus, Local bus, FlixBus.
How the Trip from Heathrow to Leicester Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a Airport shuttle bus bus from Heathrow to London, about 35 min. Transfer in London and continue by Local bus bus on to London Heathrow Airport T5 - (45 min). Transfer in London Heathrow Airport T5 - and continue by FlixBus bus on to Leicester (2h 45m). In total it's roughly €25 over 4h 45m, 2 transfers.
Where to Stay
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Heathrow to Leicester: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Heathrow to Leicester?
Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 4h 45m by bus, 2 transfers.
Is there a bus from Heathrow to Leicester?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Leicester from Heathrow?
About 135 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Heathrow to Leicester cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €25. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Heathrow to Leicester?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with Airport shuttle bus, Local bus, FlixBus.
Can you get from Heathrow to Leicester without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 1h 55m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Leicester?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
Where to Next
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: Airport shuttle bus, Local bus, FlixBus
Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026