Nottingham to Coventry bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Coventry

Showing times and prices for 22 Feb

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h 27 m

Buses per day

7

Distance

66 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Nottingham to Coventry will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

To travel from Nottingham to Coventry you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX450 · NX777
20:352h00
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
22:35Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
£191One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX196 · NX777
21:103h20
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
00:30Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
£191One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX777
02:002h15
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
04:15Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
£201One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX777
15:502h55
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
18:45Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
£201One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX230 · NX777
12:252h20
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
14:45Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
£201One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Coventry

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £18.

Distance: 66 km

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Train

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£34

Average Price

2h 36m

Average total duration

2h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Nottingham to Coventry bus times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Coventry coaches for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 12:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express20:25 Nottingham
2h10
22:35 Coventry0 changesdirect
national_express20:35 Nottingham
2h00
22:35 Coventry0 changesdirect
national_express21:10 Nottingham
3h20
00:30 Coventry0 changesdirect
Sunday 22 February
national_expressNX230 · NX777
Delayed
02:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
2h15
12:25 12:25Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus03:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
6h15
09:35 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX240 · NX777
On time
09:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
2h45
12:25 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX777
On time
12:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
2h20
14:45 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX777
On time
15:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
2h55
18:45 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Nottingham to Coventry coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Megabus offer coaches services from Nottingham to Coventry.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nottingham to Coventry.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Coventry.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nottingham to Coventry.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Coventry.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Coventry.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Coventry

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Buses from Nottingham to Coventry run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 66 km distance in 2h 0m.

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
66 km
Average bus duration
2h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
2h 0m
First bus
01:30
Last bus
23:55
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, Megabus from Nottingham to CoventryYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Coventry with National Express, Megabus for as low as £16. 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
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£16
National Express frequency
6 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
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
£10
Megabus frequency
2 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: Nottingham to Coventry coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Nottingham to Coventry can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Nottingham to Coventry is £19; 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 Coventry is 2h 0m to travel the 66 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 Coventry leaves at 1:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Nottingham to Coventry leaves at 23:55.
There are 6 coaches a day from Nottingham to Coventry which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Nottingham to Coventry, you can count on National Express, Megabus for the best way to get you to Coventry. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Nottingham and Coventry and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Nottingham , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station . When arriving in Coventry , you can end your route in coach stations like Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Coventry from Nottingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Nottingham to Coventry is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Coventry including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Nottingham to Coventry:
  • 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Nottingham to Coventry for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Nottingham to Coventry 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.
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 Coventry.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Nottingham to Coventry:
  • 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Nottingham to Coventry:
  • 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Nottingham to Coventry.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Nottingham to Coventry with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Nottingham to Coventry with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Nottingham to Coventry with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Coventry

Nottingham
Coventry
The major coach station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station for your trip from Nottingham to Coventry.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
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

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