The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 buses that leave Nottingham station (NOT) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 93 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 93 km
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches for today, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX132 · NX120 | On time 17:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h20 | 23:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX133 · NX170 | On time 18:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h45 | 23:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX183 · NX181 | 19:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h50 | 01:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX240 · NX172 | On time 20:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h45 | 03:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Thursday 26 February | |||||
![]() | 11:20 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h50 | 15:10 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:45 Nottingham station (NOT) | 4h55 | 17:40 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train or coach
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Why should you book Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches with Omio?
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 station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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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 station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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 station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Buses from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:35, the last at 20:45. The fastest coach covers the 93 km distance in 2h 46m.
Distance 93 km |
Average bus duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 46m |
First bus 03:35 |
Last bus 20:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)You can travel by bus between Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with National Express, Megabus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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