Leeds to Nottingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Nottingham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Sept

Cheapest price on 04 Sept

£7

Average ticket price on 04 Sept

£11

Fastest journey on 04 Sept

1 h 30 m

Average journey duration on 04 Sept

1 h 38 m

Buses on 04 Sept

14

Distance

97 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leeds to Nottingham will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

On Fri 04 Sept, we found 14 buses from Leeds to Nottingham, including 14 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    19:551h40
    Leeds, Coach Station
    21:35Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:152h20
    Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
    7:35Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    15:451h30
    Leeds, Coach Station
    17:15Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:501h40
    Leeds, Coach Station
    11:30Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:002h15
    Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
    4:15Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    £91One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leeds to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 97 km

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Coach
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Train
Driving

£8

Average Price

Cheapest

£14

Average Price

£20

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 23m

Average total duration

1h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 29m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Nottingham is a coach with an average price of £8.

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Nottingham:

A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Nottingham costing on average £14.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Nottingham is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 48m.

Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Nottingham including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £12. The journey takes 1h 48m versus 1h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Leeds to Nottingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Nottingham coaches for tomorrow, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX2400:20 Leeds, Coach Station
2h05
2:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:00 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
2h15
4:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX1802:30 Leeds, Coach Station
1h55
4:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:05 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
1h45
5:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:15 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)
2h20
7:35 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX2406:15 Leeds, Coach Station
2h40
8:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:35 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop
1h40
11:15 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:50 Leeds, Coach Station
1h40
11:30 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:00 Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop
1h40
15:40 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:45 Leeds, Coach Station
1h30
17:15 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX18317:30 Leeds, Coach Station
1h50
19:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX19518:00 Leeds, Coach Station
2h15
20:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:55 Leeds, Coach Station
1h40
21:35 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX46722:55 Leeds, Coach Station
2h10
1:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Leeds to Nottingham coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as FlixBus or Megabus offer coaches services from Leeds to Nottingham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Leeds 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 FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to Nottingham.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leeds to Nottingham.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to Nottingham.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leeds to Nottingham.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to Nottingham

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Buses from Leeds to Nottingham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 1h 30m.

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
Distance
97 km
Average bus duration
1h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
1h 30m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
2 days
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

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Leeds to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Nottingham with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£5
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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 National Express Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest National Express Price
£8
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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Megabus Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Megabus Price
£13
Megabus frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Complete guide to Nottingham

Things to do in Nottingham

Discover the best of Nottingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nottingham trip today.

  • Must visit

Nottingham Castle

Historic castle museum on Castle Rock with galleries, caves and exhibitions exploring rebellion, art and the city’s long story.

  • Recommended

National Justice Museum

National museum dedicated to justice, crime and punishment, with immersive courts, cells and law galleries in former legal buildings.

  • Recommended

Nottingham Contemporary

Independent contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market showing changing exhibitions, talks and events in a distinctive modern building.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and local transport stay fairly affordable for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.

FAQs: Leeds to Nottingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Nottingham can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leeds to Nottingham is £8; 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 Leeds to Nottingham is 1h 30m to travel the 97 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 Leeds to Nottingham leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leeds to Nottingham leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 9 direct coaches a day from Leeds to Nottingham with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Leeds to Nottingham, you can count on National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for the best way to get you to Nottingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leeds and Nottingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Leeds , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre), Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse, Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop, Bradford, Interchange Station, Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop . When arriving in Nottingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R), Nottingham, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Nottingham from Leeds is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leeds to Nottingham is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Nottingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leeds to Nottingham:
  • 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leeds to Nottingham for coach company National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leeds to Nottingham depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 Leeds to Nottingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leeds to Nottingham:
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Leeds to Nottingham:
  • 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.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Leeds to Nottingham. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leeds to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leeds to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leeds to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Nottingham

Most Leeds to Nottingham buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R). Use this guide to compare Leeds and Nottingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Leeds
Arrival bus stations in Nottingham

Which Leeds station do buses to Nottingham leave from?

Buses from Leeds to Nottingham leave from Leeds, Coach Station. The station is 1 km from Leeds city centre at Leeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UK.
Leeds, Coach StationLeeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds, Coach Station from Leeds city centre

Bus874 · 3m
19, 19A · 3m · £2 · every ~7 min

Leeds, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Leeds, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafe and snack kiosks available.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leeds, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistive services.

Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)Leeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) from Leeds city centre

Bus874 · 5m
19, 19A · 5m · £2 · every ~7 min

Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) bus station facilities and services

Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Nearby cafes and eateries available

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). ATMs are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.

Leeds, Yorkshire PlayhouseLeeds, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse from Leeds city centre

Bus5A, 5 · 3m · every ~12 min

Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse bus station facilities and services

Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafes and restaurants available at the Playhouse.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse. ATMs are available at Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse: Wheelchair accessible routes available.

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