Easter travel information in Leicester

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Get ready for Easter in Leicester

We’re here to help plan your Easter travels. From markets and local events to egg hunts and shopping, there’s so much to see and do in Leicester over Easter. Use the guide below to plan your journeys.

Our Easter timetables at a glance

Up to Thursday 2 AprilRegular service
Friday 3 April (Good Friday) Saturday service
Saturday 4 April Saturday service
Sunday 5 April (Easter Sunday) Sunday service
Monday 6 April (Easter Monday) Sunday service
From Tuesday 7 April Regular service resumes

For full details, visit our timetable page.

Customer service opening hours

If you need help over the Easter bank holiday weekend, our friendly customer service team are working different hours.

Up to Thursday 4 April Open as usual - 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday
From Friday 3 to Monday 6 AprilClosed
From Tuesday 7 April Open as usual - 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday

We recommend downloading the First Bus App or checking our service updates page.

Concession pass usage

Concessionary bus passes will still be available to use as normal, including free travel after 9:30am Mon–Fri and anytime at weekends and bank holidays.

Up to Thursday 4 April Concessions as usual
From Friday 3 to Monday 6 April Free travel anytime
From Tuesday 7 April Concessions as usual

Easter fun in Leicester

Leicester is packed with things to see and do this Easter, let us handle the driving.

K-Pop does Easter

Pop along to the Guildhall for our K-Pop inspired Easter fun day on 2 April

Easter Afternoon Tea

Celebrate Easter Sunday with a special afternoon tea at Jewry Wall on 5 April

Easter railway day

Have a ride on the diesel-driven railway this Easter at Abbey Pumping Station on 7 April

Plan your journey below or buy tickets in advance on the First Bus App.