Bus from London to Nottingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Nottingham on 7 June
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Victoria Coach Station
University of NottinghamCheapest
FlixbusBus
London Finchley Road (Stop CL)
Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus StationFastest
National ExpressBus
Victoria Coach Station
Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus StationNo tags
FlixbusBus
Victoria Coach Station
Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus StationNo tags
National ExpressBus
Victoria Coach Station
Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from London to Nottingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Nottingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

140bus per day
3h 30mAverage duration
113 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£7 - £86Average duration3h 30m
5kg CO₂e
Average price£21 - £202Average duration1h 52m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Nottingham

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Nottingham?

    The cheapest coach tickets from London to Nottingham start from £7. The average price for this route is around £13. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from London to Nottingham?

    The average bus journey time from London to Nottingham is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 113 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 20m and is operated by National Express.

  3. Which bus companies service the London to Nottingham route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 140 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Nottingham?

    The earliest bus departs from London to Nottingham at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Nottingham?

    A bus journey from London to Nottingham produces an estimated 4.517525 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from London to Nottingham?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29889 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Nottingham?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Nottingham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Nottingham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/06
£7
05/06
£10
Today
£10
07/06
£10
08/06
£6
09/06
£6
10/06
£6
11/06
£6
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Nottingham was searched and found on 9 Jun 2026 with a price of £6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Nottingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £6 to £39 for a bus ticket from London to Nottingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2026-06-09.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from London to Nottingham?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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