The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Welwyn Garden City
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham to Welwyn Garden City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Welwyn Garden City will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nottingham for Welwyn Garden City 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 143 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 25 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 to Welwyn Garden City
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Welwyn Garden City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 143 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price |
5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Nottingham to Welwyn Garden City bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Welwyn Garden City coaches for today, Monday 9 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 08:50 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 3h20 | 12:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:50 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 2h45 | 11:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 3h05 | 12:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h30 | 11:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h40 | 14:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 3h20 | 15:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 3h20 | 16:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 2h45 | 16:15 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h30 | 16:15 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 3h05 | 16:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h15 | 20:35 Welwyn Garden City | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:35 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 3h20 | 18:55 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:35 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h45 | 18:20 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:45 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 2h35 | 18:20 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:45 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 3h10 | 18:55 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h35 | 19:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 3h05 | 20:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 3h00 | 21:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 3h35 | 21:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 3h00 | 23:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h30 | 22:45 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:25 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 2h50 | 23:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:25 Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 2h20 | 22:45 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h50 | 00:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h25 | 23:45 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:30 Nottingham | 5h00 | 11:30 Welwyn Garden City | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Welwyn Garden City
Buses from Nottingham to Welwyn Garden City run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 143 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 143 km |
Average bus duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 02:35 |
Last bus 23:05 |
FAQs: Nottingham to Welwyn Garden City coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Welwyn Garden City 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 Welwyn Garden City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Welwyn Garden City
- 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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