The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Dartford
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Dartford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Dartford will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nottingham for Dartford 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 192 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Nottingham to Dartford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Dartford 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 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 192 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Nottingham to Dartford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Dartford coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:30 Nottingham | 2h45 | 15:15 Dartford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:35 Nottingham | 3h15 | 17:50 Dartford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Dartford
Buses from Nottingham to Dartford run on average 27 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 192 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 192 km |
Average bus duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 02:20 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Nottingham to DartfordYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Dartford with National Express, 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 Dartford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Dartford 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 Dartford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Dartford
- 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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