4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham 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 to Nottingham will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 9 buses that leave Birmingham for Nottingham every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 73 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Nottingham coaches for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 07:00 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1h50 | 08:50 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX183 | Delayed 07:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h05 | 19:10 19:10Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX132 | On time 10:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h15 | 11:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX150 | Delayed 17:05 11:45Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 15:00 15:00Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX152 | 15:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h15 | 16:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:15 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1h50 | 17:05 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX133 | On time 17:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h20 | 18:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX150 | On time 18:15 Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h05 | 20:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX180 | Delayed 06:45 22:30Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 00:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Nottingham.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Nottingham
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Buses from Birmingham to Nottingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:40, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 73 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 73 km |
Average bus duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 02:40 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Birmingham to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Nottingham with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses From Birmingham To Nottingham
Buses offer a fast and comfortable way to travel from Birmingham to Nottingham with National Express operating 4 services daily. Two depart in the morning and two in the afternoon for the 73-kilometre journey. The trip takes 1.5 to 2 hours depending on the route. All services are direct with the fastest making no stops. The slower services call at either Leicester and Loughborough, or Coventry and Leicester.
Taking the Bus from Birmingham
Buses from Birmingham to Nottingham depart from Birmingham Coach Station located on Mill Lane in the Digbeth district, a short walk from New Street train station. The coach station is open 24 hours. Frequent bus services operated by Diamond Bus, Johnsons, and Travel West Midlands arrive in the area from all over the city as well as from nearby towns such as Solihull.
Getting into Nottingham by Bus
Nottingham is an attractive, modern city with a long and storied history and an abundance of attractions. These include the City of Caves, a maze of tunnels running under the city streets, and the Galleries of Justice, a museum of crime. Visitors can also head to Sherwood Forest just outside the city. Other than being the former haunt of Robin Hood, the 450-acre forest is a fine place for picnics and watching wildlife. Buses from Birmingham arrive at Broadmarsh Bus Station in the city centre next to the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre and around 250 metres from the train station. A complimentary CentreLink bus service runs from Broadmarsh to Victoria Bus Station every 10 minutes between 7:00 a.m and 7:00 p.m. From here, passengers can take buses to anywhere in the city and beyond.
FAQs: Birmingham to Nottingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Nottingham
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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