What is the cheapest way to get from Coventry to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Leicester is to bus which costs £2 - £17 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Coventry to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Leicester is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Coventry and Leicester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pool Meadow Bus Station station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Coventry and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Coventry to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Coventry and arriving at Leicester via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Coventry to Leicester?

The distance between Coventry and Leicester is 25 miles. The road distance is 25.3 miles.

How do I travel from Coventry to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Coventry to Leicester without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs £2 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Coventry to Leicester?

The bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Station takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Leicester bus from?

Coventry to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Leicester train from?

Coventry to Leicester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Coventry station.

Train or bus from Coventry to Leicester?

The best way to get from Coventry to Leicester is to bus which takes 45 min and costs £2 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £28 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Coventry to Leicester bus arrive?

Coventry to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Coventry to Leicester train arrive?

Coventry to Leicester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Coventry to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Leicester is 25 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Coventry to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Coventry to Leicester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Coventry to Leicester?

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 932+ hotels available in Leicester.

Can I share a ride from Coventry to Leicester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Coventry and Leicester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Coventry to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Coventry to Leicester by bus, train, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Station777
45 min
£2–17
Train
1. Take the train from Coventry to NuneatonLeamington Spa - Nuneaton / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to LeicesterBirmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
1h 9m
£12–28
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Coventry to Leicestershire24.9 mi
48 min
£3–5
Drive 25.2 mi
1. Drive from Coventry to Leicester25.2 mi
32 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Coventry to Leicester25.2 mi
32 min
£80–100

Coventry to Leicester by bus

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Distance: 24.4 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Coventry, England and Leicester, England?

National Express operates a bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £11–17 and the journey takes 45 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Coventry to Leicester via Nuneaton in around 1h 9m.

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