The cheapest and fastest coaches from Canterbury to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Canterbury to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Nottingham will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 1 buses that leave Canterbury 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 241 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Canterbury to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 241 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Canterbury to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Nottingham coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:55 Canterbury | 6h35 | 01:30 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
![]() | 03:20 Canterbury | 5h55 | 09:15 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Nottingham
Buses from Canterbury to Nottingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:35, the last at 22:23. The fastest coach covers the 241 km distance in 5h 37m.
Distance 241 km |
Average bus duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 37m |
First bus 03:35 |
Last bus 22:23 |
Bus providers: National Express from Canterbury to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Nottingham with National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Canterbury to Nottingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Nottingham
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A
- 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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