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Compare train and coach for Basingstoke to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 188 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £94 Average Price |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basingstoke to Nottingham
Buses from Basingstoke to Nottingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 21:25. The fastest coach covers the 188 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 188 km |
Average bus duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 02:20 |
Last bus 21:25 |
Bus providers: National Express from Basingstoke to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Basingstoke to Nottingham with National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basingstoke to Nottingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke 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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