Leicester to Stansted Airport Bus Service
Fast, easy, cheap. Travelling to Stansted Airport has never been easier when you book a bus from Leicester to Stansted with Airport Bus Express.
Want to escape the cold winter weather and find yourself a sunny beach to relax on? Or maybe you've always dreamed of studying in Paris, wandering around the Colosseum in Rome, or nightclubbing until dawn in Berlin? No matter what your travel plans are, start your journey the right way with a comfortable coach from Leicester to Stansted Airport. With cheap tickets from Airport Bus Express, online buying convenience, and luxury buses that run regularly to Stansted Airport from Leicester every day, you can take the stress out of travelling to the airport and keep more money in your pocket. That has to be a win/win in anyone's book.
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Why take the bus?
You could drive to Stansted, of course. If you don't mind spending extra cash on travel costs and parking (if you can find a space). Yes, you could book a taxi or Uber. If you're not worried about spending all your holiday money just getting to the airport. How about a train? Great, if you don't mind standing in a crowded carriage, even if you have booked a seat. While the train might be faster, and a car or taxi offers that 'personal' feeling, the truth is that pound for pound, the bus is the smartest way to travel.
You get a guaranteed seat, even during peak travel times. You get a generous luggage allowance, and you enjoy door-to-door convenience that drops you right outside the Departures area at the airport, with no fuss, no stress, and no hassle.
Chill out, relax, and plug into the bus's free Wi-Fi and watch a film while you speed towards Stansted from Leicester.
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Leicester – the city of kings
Let's get the obvious out of the way first – yes, Richard III was found under a car park in Leicester. But there's a lot more to this ancient city than Pay and Display monarchs.
With a history dating back over 2,000 years, you can spend hours exploring its winding cobbled streets and alleyways, tour the cathedral, or dine out in style. Leicester is looking to the future too, with the National Space Centre a must-see for budding astronauts.
Whether you're interested in history or space exploration, Leicester has something for everyone.
Leicester bus stops - Where does the bus depart from?
Coaches from Leicester to Stansted Airport typically depart from St Margaret's Bus Station, located on Gravel Street in the heart of the city. The journey takes around two hours and 20 minutes, depending on traffic, with up to eight services a day on the 767 and 777 buses.
The 767 service offers two departures a day and stops at Peterborough Queensgate Bus Station, Cambridge Parkside, and Stansted Airport Coach Station. The 777 service offers six daily departures and has a few more stops along the way, including Cambridge Parkside, Northampton North Gate Bus Station, Northampton (Far Cotton), Northampton (Queen Eleanor Interchange), Milton Keynes Coachway, Luton (Challney), Luton Interchange, Luton Airport Bus Station, and Stansted Airport Coach Station.
With regular services and a guaranteed seat, the bus is the smart way to travel from Leicester to Stansted Airport.
Book early and save even more money
What's better than cheap bus tickets from Leicester to Stansted? Even more affordable options, depending on how early you book. Get your ticket on Airport Bus Express up to a month in advance to make significant savings, perfect if you're trying to save every penny for a memorable trip abroad.
The earlier you book, the more you save, with discounts available for advance bookings.
If your plans change, it's easy to rearrange your booking online in just a few seconds - no drama.
How much luggage can I take?
Lots! You can pack an extra T-shirt or three, or leave some room for souvenirs to bring home. Your luggage allowance for the Leicester to Stansted airport bus is one bag or suitcase measuring 75x50x32cm and weighing up to 20kg, which can be packed in the luggage compartment.
Additionally, you are allowed a carry-on bag of 45x35x20cm to take with you on the coach.
Folding pushchairs and buggies are carried free of charge on all our bus services.
At the airport
You'll need to arrive at Stansted around two or three hours before your flight is due to leave to give yourself plenty of time to go through check-in, Passport and Security. The bus from Leicester to Stansted stops outside the main terminal entrance, so you don't have far to walk.
Facilities at the airport are excellent and include cafés, restaurants, lounges, rest areas, shops, and Duty-Free outlets. The airport is wheelchair accessible; however, if you require assistance, please get in touch with your airline in advance.
Buses from Stansted to Leicester depart from stops outside the terminal's Arrivals area.
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