Find coaches from Luton to Nottingham

Today1 Aug
from US$26
Tomorrow2 Aug
from US$24
Sun3 Aug
from US$27
Mon4 Aug
from US$27
Tue5 Aug
from US$26
Wed6 Aug
from US$27
Thu7 Aug
from US$27
Fri8 Aug
from US$28

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Luton
    Departure location: Luton Airport (LTN)
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Nottingham
    Destination location: University of Nottingham
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Luton
    Departure location: Luton (Town, Stand 9) Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Nottingham
    Destination location: Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Luton
    Departure location: Luton Airport (LTN)
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Nottingham
    Destination location: Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Luton
    Departure location: Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Nottingham
    Destination location: Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
    Operated by: Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex)
    Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex)
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Luton
    Departure location: Luton Halfway Avenue
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Nottingham
    Destination location: University of Nottingham
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Luton to Nottingham

Bus
Average priceUS$17 - US$56Average duration3h 5m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$38 - US$232Average duration1h 47m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$8 - US$21Average duration1h 40m
5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Luton to Nottingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nottingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
1h 40mAverage duration
US$8Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Luton to Nottingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$38
Average bus trip duration3h 5m
Number of daily buses57
Earliest bus departure00:05
Distance80 miles
Latest bus departure23:55

Luton to Nottingham Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Luton - Nottingham

  1. How far is Nottingham from Luton by coach?

    The journey from Luton to Nottingham by coach covers an approximate distance of 81 miles (130 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Nottingham from Luton without a car?

    The best way to go from Luton to Nottingham without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/07
US$29
31/07
US$28
Today
US$23
02/08
US$22
03/08
US$25
04/08
US$24
05/08
US$23
06/08
US$24
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Luton to Nottingham was searched and found on 2 Aug 2025 with a price of US$22

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

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$60 for a bus ticket from Luton to Nottingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22, which is on 2025-08-02.

Usually Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex) 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.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Luton to Nottingham will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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Bus from Luton to Nottingham

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Train from Luton to Nottingham

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