The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lancaster to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lancaster to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Nottingham will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lancaster 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 166 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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.
1:457h05Lancaster8:50Nottingham£411One-way0 changes
1:457h05Lancaster8:50Nottingham£411One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lancaster to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. 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 train costs an average of £20, and a coach costs an average of £20.
Distance: 166 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 46m Average total duration 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lancaster to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Nottingham coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:45 Lancaster | 7h05 | 8:50 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lancaster to Nottingham
Buses from Lancaster to Nottingham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 20:28. The fastest coach covers the 166 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 166 km |
Average bus duration 7h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 1:40 |
Last bus 20:28 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: Lancaster to Nottingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster 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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