How much is the bus ticket from Nottingham to London?

The cheapest coach tickets from Nottingham to London start from £8. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Nottingham to London?

The average bus journey time from Nottingham to London is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 105 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 10m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Nottingham to London route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 125 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

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

The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to London at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

A bus journey from Nottingham to London produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Nottingham to London?

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 29779 reviews.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

Bus Nottingham to London from £6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Nottingham to London on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:50	University of Nottingham	3h 20m	12:10	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:40	University of Nottingham	2h 20m	14:00	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	07:20	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	3h 30m	10:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	University of Nottingham	3h 5m	14:35	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:20	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	3h 30m	10:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to London on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:50	University of Nottingham	3h 20m	12:10	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:25	University of Nottingham	2h 20m	22:45	London Finchley Road (Stop CL)	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	3h 50m	10:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	University of Nottingham	3h 5m	14:35	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	3h 50m	10:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to London on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:30	University of Nottingham	5h 30m	05:00	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	Cheapest
Bus	03:50	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	06:00	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 35m	06:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	University of Nottingham	3h 5m	09:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 35m	06:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to London on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:20	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 50m	00:10	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	03:50	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	06:00	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 5m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	University of Nottingham	3h 5m	09:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 5m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to London on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:45	University of Nottingham	3h 5m	09:50	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	03:50	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	06:00	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 5m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:50	University of Nottingham	3h 20m	12:10	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 5m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to London on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:25	University of Nottingham	2h 50m	23:15	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	03:50	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 10m	06:00	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 5m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	University of Nottingham	3h 5m	09:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 5m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to London on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:10	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	3h 35m	21:45	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 20m	06:50	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 5m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	University of Nottingham	3h 5m	09:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 5m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to London on 31 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:15	University of Nottingham	5h 30m	06:45	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	Cheapest
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 20m	06:50	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 5m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	University of Nottingham	3h 5m	09:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 5m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

109 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £94	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£20 - £201	Average duration1h 54m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £23	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Nottingham and London?

Stops in Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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B
34 Long Row W
34 Long Row W, Nottingham NG1 2DR, UK
C
33 Derby Rd
33 Derby Rd, Nottingham NG7 2QB, UK
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Stops in London

A
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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B
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
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C
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK
E
London Elephant & Castle
26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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F
New Cross Gate
263 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5PL, UK
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,788 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers consistently praise the service for its punctuality, friendly and professional staff, and overall excellent travel experience. Many highlight smooth rides that arrive on time or even earlier than expected. While some mention full coaches causing slight delays in departure, they still express satisfaction with their journeys and plan to book again.

National Express Nottingham London recent customer reviews

I am very disappointed with my journey. I paid to get off at Finchley Road and my bus driver never stop there. I asked the driver why and he said he never supposed to stop there

Ricardo G.

19 May 2024

I paid a ticket for my infant baby but but the driver didn’t help at all to find a seat for my baby’s car seat. Almost 3 hours my baby was in my lap

Nira H.

28 April 2024

service ended up being 1 hour late, causing me to arrive in London when there was no trains running to get home.

Jordan S.

25 November 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,713 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting that the buses are new and clean with comfortable seating. They appreciated features such as USB charging ports and well-maintained toilets. Additionally, the trips were noted to be on time and smooth, reflecting satisfaction with the overall service provided.

Flixbus Nottingham London recent customer reviews

Nothing not to enjoy, bus was new, clean, on time. Comfortable seats, usb charging, clean toilet.

Kirstin D.

9 September 2025

The worst experience ever. The bis was delayed by 40 mins and the driver didn't come to the provided baya and left without the passengers.

Anagha Lekshmi S.

26 June 2025

all perfect

Sakinah A.

7 October 2025

Megabus UK

3.5/54,291 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Customers are impressed with the comfort and legroom on their journey, as well as the friendly and helpful driver. The service is also more competitively priced compared to other options. However, there have been complaints about buses not showing up and a lack of customer support for bus schedules, which has left some customers disappointed.

Megabus Nottingham London recent customer reviews

The service was late,no updates, no apologies, nothing at all. It would have been 10.10am but didn't arrive until 10.32am! However, it was a smooth drive and pleasant as well. If the sevjcr is running late, the passengers should be informed. When we tried to track it, the response kept saying weren't booked om the service and that it wasn't a scheduled service?

Marie O.

12 May 2024

Unfortunately I couldn’t get into the bus as the location provided in the receipt was wrong, i’ve asked people working in the railway they gave wrong direction

Nour B.

20 October 2023

Really impressed with comfort and legroom on journey. Friendly, helpful driver. More competitively priced than other transport. Will definitely use again.

Raymond T.

21 July 2023

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Nottingham to London

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

How much is the bus ticket from Nottingham to London?
The cheapest coach tickets from Nottingham to London start from £8. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Nottingham to London?
The average bus journey time from Nottingham to London is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 105 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 10m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Nottingham to London route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 125 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Nottingham to London?
The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to London at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nottingham to London?
A bus journey from Nottingham to London produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Nottingham to London?
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 29779 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Nottingham to London?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Nottingham to London?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Nottingham to London?
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

22/12

£16

23/12

£16

Today

£23

25/12

£23

26/12

£21

27/12

£17

28/12

£16

29/12

£16

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to London was searched and found on 22 Dec 2025 with a price of £16

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

You can expect to pay from £16 to £99 for a bus ticket from Nottingham to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-12-28.

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 Nottingham to London?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time3h 30m	Avg price£12	Daily departures125
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 54m	Avg price£91	Daily departures49
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time2h 20m	Avg price£16	Daily departures1