The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
11 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Aberdeen will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nottingham for Aberdeen 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 470 km distance in an average of 11 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus21:3513h45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station11:20Aberdeen, Guild Street£251One-way1 change
FlixBus1:1510h05Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station11:20Aberdeen, Guild Street£511One-way0 changes
FlixBus1:1510h05Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station11:20Aberdeen, Guild Street£511One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus21:3513h45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station11:20Aberdeen, Guild Street£251One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Nottingham to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 470 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£43 Average Price Cheapest | £141 Average Price |
10h 34m Average total duration 10h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration Fastest 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Aberdeen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Aberdeen coaches for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:35 Nottingham | 13h45 | 10:20 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 5 June | |||||
FlixBus | 1:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 10h05 | 11:20 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Aberdeen
Buses from Nottingham to Aberdeen run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 21:35. The fastest coach covers the 470 km distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 470 km |
Average bus duration 10h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 5m |
First bus 1:15 |
Last bus 21:35 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Nottingham to AberdeenYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Aberdeen with FlixBus for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nottingham to Aberdeen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Aberdeen
- 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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