Nottingham to Alton bus with National Express

Wed 11 Feb
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Alton

Showing times and prices for 11 Feb

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

6 h 20 m

Average duration

7 h 20 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

201 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Nottingham to Alton will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Nottingham for Alton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 201 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 8 h 25 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
08:056h20
Nottingham
14:25Alton
£141One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
17:107h15
Nottingham
00:25Alton
£151One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
16:008h25
Nottingham
00:25Alton
£271One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Nottingham to Alton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Alton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £71.

Distance: 201 km

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Coach
Train

£22

Average Price

Cheapest

£87

Average Price

5h 49m

Average total duration

5h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 21m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Nottingham to Alton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Alton coaches for today, Tuesday 10 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 09:18
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus15:25 Nottingham
9h00
00:25 Alton0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus16:00 Nottingham
8h25
00:25 Alton0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus17:10 Nottingham
7h15
00:25 Alton0 changesdirect
Wednesday 11 February
meinfernbus_flixbus08:05 Nottingham
6h20
14:25 Alton0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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11 Feb
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12 Feb
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13 Feb
Sat
14 Feb
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15 Feb
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16 Feb
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17 Feb

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Alton

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Buses from Nottingham to Alton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 21:25. The fastest coach covers the 201 km distance in 6h 20m.

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
201 km
Average bus duration
5h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
6h 20m
First bus
04:20
Last bus
21:25
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 from Nottingham to AltonYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Alton with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
5h 50m
Cheapest Price
£14
National Express frequency
4 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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Nottingham to Alton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Alton 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 Alton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Nottingham to Alton can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Nottingham to Alton is £22; 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 Nottingham to Alton is 6h 20m to travel the 201 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 Nottingham to Alton leaves at 4:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Nottingham to Alton leaves at 21:25.
There are 5 coaches a day from Nottingham to Alton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Nottingham to Alton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Alton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Nottingham and Alton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Alton from Nottingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Nottingham to Alton is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Alton including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Nottingham to Alton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Nottingham to Alton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Nottingham to Alton depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Nottingham to Alton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Nottingham to Alton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Nottingham to Alton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Nottingham to Alton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Nottingham to Alton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Nottingham to Alton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Nottingham to Alton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Alton

Nottingham
Alton
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Canal Street, Nottingham NG1 7EH, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Canal Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station)
  • Coffee Corner (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
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)
information
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)
information

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