The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 37 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Nottingham will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Of the 6 buses that leave Edinburgh for Nottingham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 359 km distance in an average of 7 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 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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Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 359 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£36 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price |
7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Edinburgh to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Nottingham coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX183 · NX132 | Delayed 20:20 08:45Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h05 | 17:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h00 | 18:05 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 1 change | |
NX183 | Delayed 20:20 11:45Edinburgh, Bus Station | 7h25 | 19:10 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX180 | On time 21:10 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 7h15 | 04:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:03 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 8h02 | 06:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 23:40 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 6h25 | 06:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Nottingham
Buses from Edinburgh to Nottingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 359 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 359 km |
Average bus duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Edinburgh to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Nottingham with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Nottingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Nottingham, Greyfriar Gate / Albion St, located 0.5 miles (827 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Nottingham
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- 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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