The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
134 km
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 £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Oxford to Nottingham you need to make at least one change.
UCX5 · NX230
NX160 · NX152
NX160 · NX133
UCX5 · NX230
UCX5 · NX230
UCX5 · NX451
NX737 · NX450
NX737 · NX230
NX160 · NX133
NX737 · NX230Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 134 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£27 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price |
4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Oxford to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Nottingham coaches for today, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UCX5 · NX230 | On time 16:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h35 | 21:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX230 | On time 17:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h35 | 22:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NX230 | On time 18:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h05 | 23:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX230 | On time 18:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h05 | 23:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX230 | On time 20:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h40 | 01:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX230 | On time 21:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h55 | 02:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Monday 23 March | |||||
NX423 · NX183 | 00:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 9h00 | 09:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NX450 | 06:05 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h10 | 10:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX230 | Delayed 08:55 06:50Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h35 | 11:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NX230 | On time 08:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h30 | 12:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX240 | Delayed 08:55 08:20Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h05 | 13:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX230 | On time 09:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h05 | 14:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX160 · NX152 | Delayed 14:10 10:45Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h30 | 16:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NX230 | On time 11:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h00 | 16:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX737 · NX230 | On time 13:45 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h20 | 18:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX160 · NX133 | On time 14:10 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h25 | 18:35 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX451 | On time 15:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h10 | 20:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX230 | On time 17:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h50 | 21:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX230 | On time 17:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h00 | 22:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX230 | On time 19:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h55 | 23:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX230 | On time 20:40 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 4h50 | 01:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX230 | On time 21:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 5h15 | 02:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
UCX5 · NX230 | On time 22:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 6h20 | 04:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Nottingham
Buses from Oxford to Nottingham run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 134 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 134 km |
Average bus duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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 £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Nottingham
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
- 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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