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Nottingham Castle
Historic castle museum on Castle Rock with galleries, caves and exhibitions exploring rebellion, art and the city’s long story.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rotherham to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotherham to Nottingham will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
On Thu 05 Nov, we found 2 buses from Rotherham to Nottingham, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.

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Buses from Rotherham to Nottingham run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 50m.
Distance 55 km |
Average bus duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rotherham to Nottingham.
The table below shows live departures for Rotherham to Nottingham coaches for today, Wednesday 4 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX240 | 6:55 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 2h00 | 8:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1h10 | 10:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0h55 | 11:15 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0h50 | 11:30 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1h10 | 14:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:45 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0h55 | 15:40 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:25 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0h50 | 17:15 Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX195 | 18:40 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1h35 | 20:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:05 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1h10 | 0:15 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX467 | 23:35 Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 1h30 | 1:05 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Historic castle museum on Castle Rock with galleries, caves and exhibitions exploring rebellion, art and the city’s long story.
National museum dedicated to justice, crime and punishment, with immersive courts, cells and law galleries in former legal buildings.
Independent contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market showing changing exhibitions, talks and events in a distinctive modern building.
Historic quarter of warehouses, churches and creative venues, ideal for walking, architecture, independent shops and hidden courtyards.
Central square framed by major civic buildings, fountains and seasonal events, serving as Nottingham’s main gathering place.
Victorian public park with formal gardens, boating lake, deer park and woodland walks beside the dramatic hall.
A soft white cob filled with chips, often with salt, vinegar or curry sauce. It is a classic East Midlands fast-food staple tied to local cob culture.
A local bread roll from Nottingham and the East Midlands, known for its flour-dusted crust and soft centre. It is central to regional sandwich and bakery traditions.
A hard, crumbly blue cheese traditionally made in Nottinghamshire. It is one of England’s best-known historic cheeses and a strong local dairy speciality.
Modern British tasting menus in an intimate, elegant setting. A strong choice for refined dining in the city centre.
Well-known city-centre steakhouse and bar in a historic lace-market cellar. Lively atmosphere with grilled meats and cocktails.
Popular restaurant serving southern Indian dishes and street-food favourites. Casual, colourful and dependable for bold flavours.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and local transport stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Broadmarsh Bus Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotherham 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.

Most Rotherham to Nottingham buses use the Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange to Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R). Use this guide to compare Rotherham and Nottingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange is 4 km from Rotherham city centre. Public transport options include:
Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and snack bars available
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs available.
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange.
Available at Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange: Fully accessible for disabled passengers.
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
Available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) is 5 km from Nottingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R). ATMs are available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R).
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R).
Available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R): Wheelchair accessible paths available.
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