The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stratford to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stratford to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford to Nottingham will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 buses that leave Stratford 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 175 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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 Stratford to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 175 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stratford to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford to Nottingham coaches for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 Stratford | 5h50 | 16:50 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:10 Stratford | 2h40 | 14:50 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:30 Stratford | 3h25 | 18:55 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:30 Stratford | 2h40 | 00:10 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 4 December | |||||
![]() | 06:05 Stratford | 2h20 | 08:25 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stratford to Nottingham
Buses from Stratford to Nottingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 175 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 175 km |
Average bus duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 02:20 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Stratford to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Stratford to Nottingham with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Stratford to Nottingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Stratford City Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R), located 3.8 miles (6.1 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Stratford to Nottingham, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stratford and Nottingham
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Five Guys (in the station)
- Wahaca (0.2 km)
- The Real Greek (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 25, 69, 86, 97, 104, 108, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276, 308, 339, 425, 473, 678 Metro: Central , Jubilee Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail, Overground
- 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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