Nottingham to St Ives bus with National Express

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Compare train and coach for Nottingham to St Ives

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £98.

Distance: 428 km

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£32

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Cheapest

£157

Average Price

11h 31m

Average total duration

11h 1m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 37m

Average total duration

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7h 7m

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30m

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Live departures

Nottingham to St Ives bus times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to St Ives coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 10:26
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus10:30 Nottingham
13h05
23:35 St Ives0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus15:30 Nottingham
16h25
07:55 St Ives0 changesdirect
national_express17:45 Nottingham
12h01
05:46 St Ives0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Nottingham to St Ives

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Buses from Nottingham to St Ives run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 22:14. The fastest coach covers the 428 km distance in 13h 5m.

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
428 km
Average bus duration
11h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
13h 5m
First bus
04:30
Last bus
22:14
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 from Nottingham to St IvesYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to St Ives with National Express for as low as £22. 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
12h 1m
Cheapest Price
£39
National Express frequency
2 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.
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FAQs: Nottingham to St Ives coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Nottingham to St Ives can start from as little as £38 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Nottingham to St Ives is £51; 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 St Ives is 10 h 55 min   to travel the 265 mile long journey, with around there are 2 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Nottingham to St Ives leaves at 06: 53. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Nottingham to St Ives leaves at 22: 14.
There are 2 coaches a day from Nottingham to St Ives which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Nottingham to St Ives coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Nottingham to St Ives to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Nottingham to St Ives by coach is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Nottingham to St Ives including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Nottingham to St Ives has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Nottingham to St Ives.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Nottingham to St Ives.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Nottingham to St Ives.
    No, luggage for the coach from Nottingham to St Ives needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Nottingham to St Ives.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Nottingham to St Ives.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Nottingham to St Ives.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Nottingham to St Ives.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and St Ives

    Nottingham
    St Ives
    Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
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    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Canal Street, Nottingham NG1 7EH, United Kingdom
    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
    Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14)
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    Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)
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