Stansted to Nottingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for 05 Feb

Cheapest price

£21

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

4 h 50 m

Average duration

4 h 55 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

152 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Stansted to Nottingham will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Stansted for Nottingham 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 152 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 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.

National Express
10:405h00
Stansted
15:40Nottingham
£211One-way
0 changes
National Express
06:554h50
Stansted
11:45Nottingham
£281One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Stansted to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 152 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£30

Average Price

Cheapest

£45

Average Price

4h 8m

Average total duration

3h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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East Midlands Trains

Most popular train company

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Live departures

Stansted to Nottingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Stansted to Nottingham coaches for today, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 02:50
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express06:55 Stansted
4h50
11:45 Nottingham0 changesdirect
national_express10:40 Stansted
4h40
15:20 Nottingham0 changesdirect
national_express16:10 Stansted
4h35
20:45 Nottingham0 changesdirect
national_express22:25 Stansted
5h10
03:35 Nottingham0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stansted to Nottingham

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Buses from Stansted to Nottingham run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 152 km distance in 4h 0m.

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
152 km
Average bus duration
3h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Buses per day
17
Fastest bus
4h 0m
First bus
00:45
Last bus
23:50
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 Stansted to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Stansted to Nottingham with National Express for as low as £21. 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
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£21
National Express frequency
17 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.

FAQs: Stansted to Nottingham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted 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 Stansted to Nottingham can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted to Nottingham is £30; 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 Stansted to Nottingham is 4h 0m to travel the 152 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 Stansted to Nottingham leaves at 0:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Stansted to Nottingham leaves at 23:50.
There are 17 coaches a day from Stansted to Nottingham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Stansted to Nottingham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Nottingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Stansted and Nottingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, which is located around 1 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 Stansted is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Stansted to Nottingham is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted and Nottingham including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Stansted to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted to Nottingham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Stansted 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Stansted to Nottingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Stansted to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Stansted to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stansted to Nottingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Stansted to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Stansted to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Stansted to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Stansted and Nottingham

Stansted
Nottingham
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
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

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