NovusDirect and NovusFlex bus services in New Lubbesthorpe
There has been a change of service and bus operator for the New Lubbesthorpe community and wider area since 1st August 2022.
The new operator is Vectare, a Loughborough-based provider of innovative transport solutions, who work across the Midlands and East of England.
The direct service between New Lubbesthorpe and Leicester city centre operates half-hourly during the daytime, offering journey times of less than 30 minutes from New Lubbesthorpe to Leicester city centre. The revised flexible DRT service continues to operate within the existing area.
NovusDirect, operated by Vectare
To download the NovusDirect map, please click here.
This service operates 7 days a week, from New Lubbesthorpe to Leicester via Thorpe Astley and Braunstone Leisure Centre. This service serves central Leicester, Leicester Royal Infirmary and St Margaret’s Bus Station. The NovusDirect service also passes close to the Leicester Railway station.
Operating hours
05:15 – 23:15
Monday to Sunday, inc. Bank Holidays
No service on Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Year’s Day
To download the full NovusDirect timetable, please click here.
Ticket prices
£3.00 - Single
£4.50 - All day travel from New Lubbesthorpe to Leicester
- Discounts are available for under 19s, groups and season ticket holders
- Leicester Flexi tickets are accepted for this service
- Concessionary bus passes are accepted for free travel on the Novus Direct only
Download the NovusDirect fare chart here.
NovusFlex, operated by Vectare
Download the full NovusFlex map here.
This NovusFlex is a Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) service and will be bookable via a passenger booking app.
Booking via the App
- Download the Novus Flex app from Android or iOS stores
- Create your account/login
- Select the Origin and Destination then the desired time of the journey and define how many passengers will be there
- Confirm your journey of choice
- Fill in your payment details
Booking via website
- Visit novus.vectare.co.uk
- Create your account/login
- Select the Origin and Destination then the desired time of the journey and define how many passengers will be there
- Confirm your journey of choice
- Enter code and fill in your payment details
Booking via telephone
Call 0115 777 3187 to speak with the operator, book your journey and make payment.
If you have any trouble with obtaining the credit or if you have any further questions, please get in touch by emailing
Operating hours
06:00 – 23:00
Monday to Sunday, inc. Bank Holidays
No service on Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Year’s Day
Ticket prices
From Zone 1 to Zone 1 – N/A
From Zone 1 to Zone 2 - £4
From Zone 2 to Zone 3 – N/A
From Zone 2 to Zone 1 - £4
From Zone 2 to Zone 2 - £3
From Zone 2 to Zone 3 - £4
From Zone 3 to Zone 1 – N/A
From Zone 3 to Zone 2 - £4
From Zone 3 to Zone 3 – N/A
Credit Bundle Discounts
Credit Purchased £30 - Price paid £28.50
Credit Purchased £50 - Price paid £45
Credit Purchased £100- Price paid £80
Concessionary passes are not accepted for free travel on the Novus Flex.
Travel Initiatives
There are travel initiatives for both the NovusFlex and NovusDirect. If you are a member of LocalGO, simply log in and view these in your 'my benefits' tab.
Setting up your LocalGO account
If you are not yet a member of LocalGO, set up your free account ready to receive your travel incentives for the new bus services by visiting www.localgo.co.uk/newlubbesthorpe
Additional information and FAQ'S
Download Vectare FAQ's here.
If you have any questions regarding the new bus services or LocalGO, please email