- Must visit
Nottingham Castle
Historic castle museum on Castle Rock with galleries, caves and exhibitions exploring rebellion, art and the city’s long story.
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Buses per day
73
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London 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 to Nottingham will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 73 buses that leave London for Nottingham every day 59 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 175 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for London to Nottingham coaches for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 9:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX450 | 6:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 10:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 9:25 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h35 | 9:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h20 | 9:25 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
NX455 · NX450 | 7:25 London, Golders Green Station | 5h20 | 12:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 10:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA31 · NX450 | 7:52 London, Marble Arch | 4h53 | 12:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h40 | 10:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 12:20 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX450 | 9:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 12:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h45 | 12:20 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA31 · NX450 | 9:52 London, Marble Arch | 4h28 | 14:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 13:45 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 13:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX450 | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 14:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h20 | 13:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h35 | 13:45 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 14:40 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 14:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX450 | 11:45 London, Golders Green Station | 2h35 | 14:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA31 · NX450 | 11:57 London, Marble Arch | 4h28 | 16:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h40 | 14:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h30 | 14:40 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 15:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 16:20 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 16:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX450 | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 16:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:20 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h30 | 15:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h45 | 16:20 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h30 | 16:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA31 · NX450 | 13:57 London, Marble Arch | 4h58 | 18:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NXA31 · NX451 | 14:57 London, Marble Arch | 5h03 | 20:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX450 | 15:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 18:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 19:35 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h50 | 19:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX450 | 16:15 London, Golders Green Station | 2h40 | 18:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX451 | 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 20:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h00 | 19:35 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h15 | 19:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA31 · NX450 | 16:57 London, Marble Arch | 4h03 | 21:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 20:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 20:25 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h50 | 20:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:45 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h40 | 20:25 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX450 | 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 21:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA31 · NX450 | 18:52 London, Marble Arch | 4h18 | 23:10 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX450 | 20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 23:10 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 23:30 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 23:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX450 | 20:40 London, Golders Green Station | 2h30 | 23:10 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h25 | 23:30 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h35 | 23:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA2 · NX450 | 21:14 London, Marble Arch | 4h36 | 1:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 0:55 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 0:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA2 · NX467 | 21:40 London, Golders Green Station | 6h00 | 3:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 1:10 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h30 | 0:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h45 | 0:55 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA2 · NX467 | 22:14 London, Marble Arch | 5h26 | 3:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 1:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h40 | 1:10 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX450 | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 1:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 2:20 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 2:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h40 | 1:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX467 | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h10 | 3:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h45 | 2:20 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h30 | 2:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NXA2 · NX450 | 23:49 London, Marble Arch | 10h26 | 10:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 26 August | |||||
NXA2 · NX450 | 4:10 London, Golders Green Station | 6h05 | 10:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NXA2 · NX450 | 4:44 London, Marble Arch | 5h31 | 10:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Buses from London to Nottingham run on average 47 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 45 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 175 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 175 km |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 47 |
Direct buses 45 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:57 |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Nottingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nottingham trip today.
Historic castle museum on Castle Rock with galleries, caves and exhibitions exploring rebellion, art and the city’s long story.
National museum dedicated to justice, crime and punishment, with immersive courts, cells and law galleries in former legal buildings.
Independent contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market showing changing exhibitions, talks and events in a distinctive modern building.
Historic quarter of warehouses, churches and creative venues, ideal for walking, architecture, independent shops and hidden courtyards.
Central square framed by major civic buildings, fountains and seasonal events, serving as Nottingham’s main gathering place.
Victorian public park with formal gardens, boating lake, deer park and woodland walks beside the dramatic hall.
A soft white cob filled with chips, often with salt, vinegar or curry sauce. It is a classic East Midlands fast-food staple tied to local cob culture.
A local bread roll from Nottingham and the East Midlands, known for its flour-dusted crust and soft centre. It is central to regional sandwich and bakery traditions.
A hard, crumbly blue cheese traditionally made in Nottinghamshire. It is one of England’s best-known historic cheeses and a strong local dairy speciality.
Modern British tasting menus in an intimate, elegant setting. A strong choice for refined dining in the city centre.
Well-known city-centre steakhouse and bar in a historic lace-market cellar. Lively atmosphere with grilled meats and cocktails.
Popular restaurant serving southern Indian dishes and street-food favourites. Casual, colourful and dependable for bold flavours.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and local transport stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Broadmarsh Bus Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
Buses offer a fast and easy way to get from London to Nottingham with National Express operating 10 services each day. The first leaves at 8:30 a.m. and the last at 11:30 p.m. Travel time ranges from 2 hours and 59 minutes to 3 hours and 50 minutes for the 109-mile journey. All services are direct and stop at Milton Keynes Coachway, with a few also calling at Leicester.
Departure Station: Buses from London to Nottingham depart from Victoria Coach Station which is easily accessible by bus or tube. The bus routes 22, 211, 239, C1 and N11 stop right outside the coach station, and nearby Victoria Bus Station is a hub for TfL services. Tube trains run on the Victoria, District, and Circle lines to nearby Victoria Train Station.
Arrival Station: Buses from London arrive at Broadmarsh Bus Station. Located on Canal Street next to the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre, it is around 250 metres from the train station. Passengers can travel onward on local buses operated by Trent Barton.
Nottingham is a city with historic attractions, a vibrant nightlife and beautiful countryside on its doorstep. Explore the City of Caves, an underground network of cellars and tunnels and wander through the narrow shopping streets around the castle. Shop for traditional lace in the Lace Quarter and look for signs of Robin Hood. His legendary home, Sherwood Forest, is easily visited by bus from the city centre.
Buses from London to Nottingham will tend to terminate at Broadmarsh bus station, just 250 metres away from Nottingham train station. Nottingham has two bus stations, Broadmarsh bus station and Victoria bus station - both are a short walk from the city centre. Buses and trams operated by NCT, Trent Barton and Stagecoach provide frequent services to the university, all areas of the city and surrounding towns and villages. A bus service also runs hourly throughout the night. There are taxi ranks close to both bus stations.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Most London to Nottingham buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Nottingham, University of Nottingham. Use this guide to compare London and Nottingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.
Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
Available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nottingham, University of Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, WC and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham.
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Bike Parking.
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) is 5 km from Nottingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R). ATMs are available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R).
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R).
Available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R): Wheelchair accessible paths available.
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