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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for 25 Mar

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£47

Fastest journey

3 h 10 m

Average duration

3 h 44 m

Buses per day

Distance

172 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.

Fast coaches

Of the 32 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport (LHR) for Nottingham every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 172 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 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.

Cheapest

05:354h40

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3

10:15Nottingham

£161One-way

1 change

2nd Cheapest

04:455h30

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4

10:15Nottingham

£191One-way

2 changes

00:403h10

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3

03:50Nottingham

£201One-way

0 changes

23:5010h25

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4

10:15Nottingham

£251One-way

2 changes

13:104h55

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4

18:05Nottingham

£401One-way

0 changes

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Tuesday 25 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	00:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	4h20	04:50 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
FlixBus FlixBus FlixBusFlixBus	00:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h10	03:50 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	04:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	5h30	10:15 Nottingham	2 changes
National Express NX444 National ExpressNX444	05:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	4h40	10:15 Nottingham	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	07:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	4h25	11:25 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	07:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	5h15	12:30 Nottingham	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	07:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h55	11:25 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	08:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	4h00	12:30 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX240 National ExpressNX240	09:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	4h25	13:25 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX240 National ExpressNX240	09:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h55	13:25 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	09:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	5h00	14:55 Nottingham	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	10:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	4h05	14:55 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	11:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	5h30	16:40 Nottingham	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	12:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	4h20	16:40 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	13:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	4h55	18:05 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	13:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	4h25	18:05 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX202 National ExpressNX202	13:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	5h40	19:30 Nottingham	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	15:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	4h30	19:30 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX240 National ExpressNX240	16:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	4h35	20:35 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	16:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	5h35	21:50 Nottingham	1 change
National Express NX240 National ExpressNX240	16:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	4h05	20:35 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	17:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	4h20	21:50 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	17:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	4h55	22:30 Nottingham	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	18:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	4h00	22:30 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	19:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	4h25	23:55 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	20:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h55	23:55 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	20:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	5h05	01:30 Nottingham	1 change
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	21:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	5h30	02:45 Nottingham	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	21:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	4h00	01:30 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	22:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	6h20	04:50 Nottingham	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	23:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	3h45	02:45 Nottingham	0 changesDirect
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	23:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	10h25	10:15 Nottingham	2 changes
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham

Buses from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham run on average 28 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

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

171 km

Average bus duration

6h 4m

Cheapest ticket price

£11

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

3h 10m

First bus

00:40

Last bus

23:59

Price information

Coach companies: National Express, FlixBus and Megabus London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham

Buy your official National Express, FlixBus and Megabus coach tickets to Nottingham from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from £5 with Omio. Find coach times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable journey.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) - Nottingham coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham coach information with National Express:

Average Duration: 4 h 35 min
Cheapest Price: £22
National Express frequency: 12 a day

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost coach operators, founded in Germany and offering long-distance coach services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

FlixBus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham coach information:

Average Duration: 3 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: £5

FAQs: London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham coach

FAQs: Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham.

Cheap coach tickets from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham coach travel time is 3 h 10 min for the 106 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham leaves at 04: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham leaves at 23: 40.

Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham with National Express or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

For the best London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express, FlixBus or Megabus. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to Nottingham from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to compare what amenities they may offer.

A trip to Nottingham from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Nottingham is November.

You have options as you can travel to Nottingham from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) 2 different ways: coach or train.