π¬π§ How to Get Around Leicester? Local Bus Guide + Citymapper
Traveling or studying in Leicester, UK? While it doesnβt have a tube or tram system like London, getting around is still easy and convenient. Hereβs your complete guide to transportation in Leicester π§³β¨: β Transport Options Main ways to get around Leicester: Electric Green Buses πβ‘ Taxi or Uber π Walking πΆββοΈ Cycling π΄βοΈ (Stay tuned for my cycling guide β follow me for more! π) β Recommended App: Citymapper π± Citymapper is MUCH more accurate than Google Maps in Leicester! Enter your destination, and it shows all route options For buses, it guides you to the nearest stop and even tells you real-time arrival β° β Main Bus Hubs π Two major bus stations in the city center: Haymarket Bus Station St Margaretβs Bus Station If transferring, just find the right gate and wait β itβs that simple! β Bus Fares & Tickets π³ Single ticket: Adult Β£6.30 | Child Β£4.40 Family ticket (max 2 adults + 3 kids): Weekends/Holidays: Β£8 Weekdays: Β£11 You can tap your contactless card π³ or pay with cash. Donβt forget to tap on when boarding and tap off when exiting! β On the Bus Experience π The green electric buses are quiet, eco-friendly, and come with USB / Type-C charging ports π±π β no need to worry about your phone dying! β Friendly Tips π§ Press the STOP button π before your stop Most bus drivers are friendly and helpful if youβre unsure where to go Fares can be different for return trips β still confusing to me too π NHS staff π₯: Show your NHS ID to ride Hopper buses for FREE! #Leicester ποΈ #UKTravelTips βοΈ #UKBuses π #CitymapperGuide π² #LeicesterTransport π #ElectricBusUK β‘ #LifeInUK π¬π§
