Oxford to Nottingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Nottingham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£24

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£37

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

4 h 5 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

4 h 34 m

Buses on 20 Sept

16

Distance

134 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oxford to Nottingham will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

To travel from Oxford to Nottingham you need to make at least one change.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:456h05
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    15:50Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX160 · NX152
    10:455h30
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    16:15Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressUCX5 · NX230
    21:504h55
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    2:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    £281One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressUCX5 · NX230
    16:504h35
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    21:25Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    £281One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressUCX5 · NX230
    20:504h40
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    1:30Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    £301One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Oxford to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a train costs an average of £65.

Distance: 134 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train
Driving

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

£65

Average Price

£27

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 25m

Average total duration

3h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 10m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Oxford to Nottingham is a coach with an average price of £14.

This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to Nottingham:

A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford to Nottingham costing on average £37.

The fastest way to travel from Oxford to Nottingham is by train with an average journey time of 2h 52m.

Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Nottingham including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £14. The journey takes 3h 15m versus 2h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by Megabus.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Oxford to Nottingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Nottingham coaches for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX737 · NX4504:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h50
9:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX737 · NX2306:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h40
11:10 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressUCX5 · NX2306:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h35
12:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX737 · NX2408:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h55
13:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h35
16:20 Nottingham, University of Nottingham1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h05
15:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h20
16:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressUCX5 · NX2309:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h00
14:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX160 · NX15210:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h30
16:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX737 · NX23011:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h00
16:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressUCX5 · NX23012:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h55
17:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX737 · NX23014:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h00
19:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressUCX5 · NX45114:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h50
19:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX737 · NX23016:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h45
21:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressNX737 · NX23018:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h05
22:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressUCX5 · NX23019:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h55
23:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressUCX5 · NX23021:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h30
1:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressUCX5 · NX23021:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
5h15
2:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change
National ExpressUCX5 · NX23022:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
6h20
4:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Oxford to Nottingham.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Nottingham

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Buses from Oxford to Nottingham run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 134 km distance in 5h 30m.

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
134 km
Average bus duration
3h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
16
Fastest bus
5h 30m
First bus
0:45
Last bus
23:45
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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, Megabus from Oxford to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Nottingham with National Express, Megabus for as low as £8. 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 National Express Duration
5h 30m
Cheapest National Express Price
£21
National Express frequency
10 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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Megabus Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Megabus Price
£15
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Complete guide to Nottingham

Things to do in Nottingham

Discover the best of Nottingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nottingham trip today.

  • Must visit

Nottingham Castle

Historic castle museum on Castle Rock with galleries, caves and exhibitions exploring rebellion, art and the city’s long story.

  • Recommended

National Justice Museum

National museum dedicated to justice, crime and punishment, with immersive courts, cells and law galleries in former legal buildings.

  • Recommended

Nottingham Contemporary

Independent contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market showing changing exhibitions, talks and events in a distinctive modern building.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and local transport stay fairly affordable for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.

FAQs: Oxford to Nottingham coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Nottingham can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Nottingham is £14; 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 Oxford to Nottingham is 5h 30m to travel the 134 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Oxford to Nottingham leaves at 0:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to Nottingham leaves at 23:45.
There are 16 coaches a day from Oxford to Nottingham which require at least one change with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Oxford to Nottingham, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Nottingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Oxford and Nottingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Oxford , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station . When arriving in Nottingham , you can end your route in coach stations like Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham, University of Nottingham.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Nottingham from Oxford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to Nottingham is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Nottingham including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Nottingham for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford to Nottingham depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Oxford to Nottingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Oxford to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Oxford to Nottingham. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Nottingham

Most Oxford to Nottingham buses use the Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station to Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Nottingham, University of Nottingham. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Nottingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Oxford
Arrival bus stations in Nottingham

Which Oxford station do buses to Nottingham leave from?

Buses from Oxford to Nottingham leave from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. The station is from Oxford city centre at Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom.
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationGloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station from Oxford city centre

Bus400, N400 · 11m · £2 · every ~19 min

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station bus station facilities and services

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Nero (in the station), The Four Candles (0.2 km), The White Rabbit (0.3 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.

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