The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basingstoke to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basingstoke to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Nottingham will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
To travel from Basingstoke to Nottingham you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basingstoke to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £115.
Distance: 188 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £123 Average Price |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basingstoke to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Nottingham coaches for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:50 Basingstoke | 4h40 | 10:30 Nottingham | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:05 Basingstoke | 5h15 | 15:20 Nottingham | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:45 Basingstoke | 6h10 | 19:55 Nottingham | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:50 Basingstoke | 5h15 | 23:05 Nottingham | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basingstoke to Nottingham
Buses from Basingstoke to Nottingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 21:25. The fastest coach covers the 188 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 188 km |
Average bus duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 04:20 |
Last bus 21:25 |
Bus providers: National Express from Basingstoke to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Basingstoke to Nottingham with National Express for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
FAQs: Basingstoke to Nottingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Nottingham by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Nottingham
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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