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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Longford to Nottingham
Showing times and prices for 04 Feb
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Buses per day
38
Distance
171 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Longford to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Longford to Nottingham will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Fast coaches
Of the 38 buses that leave Longford for Nottingham every day 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 171 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 45 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.
FlixBus22:253h35
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 302:00Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
£131One-way
0 changes
FlixBus11:403h35
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 315:15Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
£131One-way
0 changes
FlixBus17:554h15
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 522:10Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
£131One-way
0 changes
FlixBus07:503h30
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 311:20Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
£131One-way
0 changes
FlixBus22:253h50
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 302:15Nottingham, University of Nottingham
£131One-way
0 changes
FlixBus07:503h30
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 311:20Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
£131One-way
0 changes
FlixBus20:253h34
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 323:59Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
£131One-way
0 changes
FlixBus22:253h35
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 302:00Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
£131One-way
0 changes
FlixBus11:403h35
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 315:15Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
£131One-way
0 changes
NX23023:003h45
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 302:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
£181One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Longford to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Longford to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 171 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price |
4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Longford to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Longford to Nottingham coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 07:54
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX230 | Delayed 15:00 00:30London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h20 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | Delayed 15:00 07:30London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h55 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | Delayed 15:00 08:30London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h00 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h10 | 13:10 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h50 | 13:10 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 09:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h55 | 13:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | Delayed 15:00 10:50London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h05 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h55 | 15:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h35 | 15:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | Delayed 15:00 12:20London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h20 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | Delayed 15:00 13:40London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h25 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | Delayed 15:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h30 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h40 | 20:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h55 | 20:15 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h35 | 20:15 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h20 | 20:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX240 | 16:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h05 | 20:35 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | Delayed 17:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h20 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h15 | 22:10 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h30 | 22:25 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h10 | 22:25 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h55 | 22:10 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | Delayed 18:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h00 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | Delayed 20:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h55 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h54 | 23:59 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h10 | 00:15 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h34 | 23:59 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h50 | 00:15 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | Delayed 21:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h00 | 02:45 02:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h55 | 02:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 4h10 | 02:15 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h35 | 02:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h50 | 02:15 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX230 | On time 23:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h45 | 02:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX025 · NX450 | On time 23:59 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 10h16 | 10:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX466 · NX450 | 05:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h05 | 10:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 07:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 3h50 | 11:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 3h30 | 11:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Longford to Nottingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Longford to Nottingham run on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 28 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 171 km distance in 3h 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
Distance 171 km |
Average bus duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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 Longford to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Longford to Nottingham with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £12. 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 Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest Price
£12
FlixBus frequency
16 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 Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£14
National Express frequency
17 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 Duration
6h 20m
Cheapest Price
£12
Megabus frequency
3 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.
FAQs: Longford to Nottingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Longford to Nottingham can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Longford to Nottingham is £16; 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 Longford to Nottingham is 3h 5m to travel the 171 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 Longford to Nottingham leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Longford to Nottingham leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 28 direct coaches a day from Longford to Nottingham with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Longford 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 Longford and Nottingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Longford , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 . When arriving in Nottingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14), Nottingham, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R).Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Nottingham from Longford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Longford to Nottingham is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Longford and Nottingham including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Longford 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 Longford to Nottingham for coach company National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Longford 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 Longford to Nottingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Longford 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 Longford 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 Longford 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 Longford to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Longford to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Longford to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Longford and Nottingham
Longford
Nottingham
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Canal StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
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, North Entrance (Stop UN14)
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Nottingham, University of Nottingham
Amenities at bus station
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