The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Croydon
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Croydon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Croydon will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nottingham for Croydon every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
6:452h35Nottingham9:20Croydon£71One-way0 changes
21:302h45Nottingham0:15Croydon£71One-way0 changes
6:452h35Nottingham9:20Croydon£71One-way0 changes
21:302h45Nottingham0:15Croydon£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Croydon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Croydon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. 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 £7, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 189 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg 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.
Live departures
Nottingham to Croydon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Croydon coaches for today, Saturday 9 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:10 Nottingham | 3h35 | 21:45 Croydon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 10 May | |||||
![]() | 6:45 Nottingham | 2h35 | 9:20 Croydon | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Croydon
Buses from Nottingham to Croydon run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 28 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 189 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 189 km |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 2:20 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Nottingham to CroydonYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Croydon with FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nottingham to Croydon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Croydon 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 Croydon, 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 Croydon
- 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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