The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham International Airport to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Nottingham will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 5 buses that leave Birmingham International Airport for Nottingham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
NX777 · NX183
NX777 · NX152
NX180
NX777 · NX150
NX777 · NX133
NX180
NX777 · NX133
NX777 · NX152
NX777 · NX150
NX777 · NX183Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham International Airport to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 68 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price |
2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Nottingham coaches for today, Friday 30 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:55 Birmingham International Airport | 1h45 | 23:40 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 31 January | |||||
NX777 · NX183 | 04:40 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 5h10 | 09:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX777 · NX152 | 12:55 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 3h20 | 16:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX777 · NX133 | 15:15 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 3h05 | 18:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX777 · NX150 | 16:10 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 4h10 | 20:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham International Airport to Nottingham
Buses from Birmingham International Airport to Nottingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:40, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 68 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 68 km |
Average bus duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 03:40 |
Last bus 22:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Birmingham International Airport to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Birmingham International Airport to Nottingham with National Express, Megabus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Megabus
FAQs: Birmingham International Airport to Nottingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham International Airport 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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