Bus from Stansted Airport to Leicester
1 direct route · about 145 min · first bus 09:00, last bus 01:05 (weekdays).
Next buses to Leicester as of 11:15
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Stansted Airport, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 777 | National Express | ~145 min | 7 | Sat 7 · Sun 7 | 09:00 | 01:05 | Coach Station (Bay 21) | St Margaret's Bus Station (Stand SY) | Cambridge |
Times are for the first boarding point in Stansted Airport on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 777 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Stansted Airport to Leicester?
The 777 (National Express) runs directly from Stansted Airport to Leicester. Board at Coach Station (Bay 21) and get off at St Margaret's Bus Station (Stand SY); the journey takes about 145 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Stansted Airport to Leicester?
Around 145 minutes on the 777, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Cambridge on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Stansted Airport to Leicester?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 09:00 and the last around 01:05. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Stansted Airport to Leicester?
This is a long-distance coach service, so the England £3 bus fare cap does not apply — nor do local bus tickets or passes. Coach operators set their own fares and price by demand, so booking further ahead is usually much cheaper than buying on the day.