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Tilbury Fort
Historic riverside fort with museum displays on artillery, soldiers and Thames defence. A strong choice for military history fans.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Gravesend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Gravesend will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 buses from Nottingham to Gravesend, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 198 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.

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Take a bus from Nottingham to Gravesend and enjoy the approximately 198 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 02:25, the last at 23:35.
Distance 198 km |
First bus 2:25 |
Last bus 23:35 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nottingham to Gravesend.
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Gravesend coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:45 Nottingham | 2h35 | 9:20 Gravesend | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Gravesend — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gravesend trip today.
Historic riverside fort with museum displays on artillery, soldiers and Thames defence. A strong choice for military history fans.
Local museum and library resource with exhibitions on Gravesend’s social, river and industrial history in a central heritage building.
Small volunteer-run museum exploring Milton’s past through local artefacts, photographs and community history displays.
Historic town-centre quarter with Georgian and Victorian buildings, independent shops, and easy access to key heritage sights.
Well-kept riverside gardens beside the Thames, popular for walking, views of passing ships and the Pocahontas memorial.
Large public park with open lawns, play areas, sports facilities and a café-free focus on relaxed local outdoor time.
Kentish huffkins are soft, round bread rolls from Kent, traditionally eaten fresh with local cheese, ham or jam and linked to the county’s baking heritage.
Gypsy tart is a classic Kent pudding with evaporated milk and dark muscovado sugar in shortcrust pastry, long associated with school dinners in north Kent.
Cobnuts are Kent’s traditional cultivated hazelnuts, prized in autumn for their sweet flavour and long history in local orchards and market gardening.
Popular Turkish grill and meze restaurant with charcoal-cooked kebabs, generous portions and a lively but relaxed setting in Gravesend.
Established Thai restaurant serving classic curries, stir-fries and seafood dishes in a comfortable, informal town-centre setting.
Contemporary Indian restaurant known locally for curries, tandoori dishes and polished service in smart surroundings.
Gravesend is moderate for south-east England: dining and hotels cost less than central London, but rail fares and some accommodation are higher than in smaller UK towns.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is optional. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Gravesend 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 Gravesend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nottingham to Gravesend buses use the Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Gravesend bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
Available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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