The cheapest and fastest coaches from Watford to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£88
Average price
£88
Fastest journey
6 h 26 m
Average duration
6 h 26 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Watford to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Watford to Nottingham will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £88.
Of the 1 buses that leave Watford for Nottingham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 153 km distance in an average of 6 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 26 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 26 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 Watford to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Watford to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, and a coach costs an average of £87.
Distance: 153 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£87 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Watford to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Watford to Nottingham coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:13 Watford | 6h26 | 10:39 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Watford to Nottingham
Buses from Watford to Nottingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £87 but you can travel from only £30 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 153 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 153 km |
Average bus duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £87 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Watford to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Watford to Nottingham with FlixBus for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Watford to Nottingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Watford 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Watford and Nottingham
- 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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