Harlow to Nottingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Harlow to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for 21 Jun

Cheapest price

£48

Average price

£49

Fastest journey

4 h 20 m

Average duration

4 h 41 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

156 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Harlow to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Harlow to Nottingham will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.

Fast coaches

To travel from Harlow to Nottingham you need to make at least one change.

  • National Express
    11:554h45
    Harlow
    16:40Nottingham
    £481One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    14:254h40
    Harlow
    19:05Nottingham
    £481One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    17:255h00
    Harlow
    22:25Nottingham
    £481One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    19:555h35
    Harlow
    1:30Nottingham
    £481One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    22:254h20
    Harlow
    2:45Nottingham
    £481One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Harlow to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Harlow to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £29.

Distance: 156 km

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Coach
Train

£38

Average Price

Cheapest

£45

Average Price

5h 24m

Average total duration

4h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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East Midlands Railway

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Live departures

Harlow to Nottingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Harlow to Nottingham coaches for today, Saturday 20 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express22:25 Harlow
6h25
4:50 Nottingham0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Harlow to Nottingham coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Arriva UK offer coaches services from Harlow to Nottingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Harlow to Nottingham.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Arriva UK to find the best option for your trip from Harlow to Nottingham.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Harlow to Nottingham.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Harlow to Nottingham.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Harlow to Nottingham

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Buses from Harlow to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £29 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 156 km distance in 5h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £29
Distance
156 km
Average bus duration
4h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£30
Buses per day
7
Fastest bus
5h 5m
First bus
2:25
Last bus
23:35
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £29

Bus providers: National Express, Arriva UK from Harlow to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Harlow to Nottingham with National Express, Arriva UK for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
£30
National Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

Arriva UK

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 12m
Cheapest Price
£50
Arriva UK frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Harlow to Nottingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harlow 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Harlow to Nottingham can start from as little as £30 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Harlow to Nottingham is £38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Harlow to Nottingham is 5h 5m to travel the 156 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Harlow to Nottingham leaves at 2:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Harlow to Nottingham leaves at 23:35.
There are 7 coaches a day from Harlow to Nottingham which require at least one change with National Express, Arriva UK. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Harlow to Nottingham, you can count on National Express, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Nottingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Harlow and Nottingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Nottingham from Harlow is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Harlow to Nottingham is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Harlow and Nottingham including taking a coach and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Harlow to Nottingham for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Harlow to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Harlow to Nottingham depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Harlow to Nottingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Harlow to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Harlow to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Harlow to Nottingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Harlow to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Harlow to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Harlow to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Harlow and Nottingham

Harlow
Nottingham
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Canal Street, Nottingham NG1 7EH, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Canal Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station)
  • Coffee Corner (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station
Public transport options for Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
  • Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
Nottingham, University of NottinghamParkingATMWCBike Parking
Amenities at bus station
ParkingParking
ATMATM
WCWC
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)
information

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