Bath to Nottingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bath to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for May 05

Cheapest price

€16

Average price

€25

Fastest journey

5 h 51 m

Average duration

6 h 38 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

194 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bath to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bath to Nottingham will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Bath for Nottingham on Tue, May 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, May 05 the direct buses cover the 194 km distance in an average of 6 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 51 m .

On Tue, May 05 the slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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.

  • National Express
    3:15 PM7h25
    Bath
    10:40 PMNottingham
    €161One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    5:24 AM5h51
    Bath
    11:15 AMNottingham
    €341One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Bath to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bath to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 19m. 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 bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €34.

Distance: 194 km

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Bus
Train

€20

Average price

Cheapest

€80

Average price

6h 36m

Average total duration

6h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Bath to Nottingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bath to Nottingham buses for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus3:30 PM Bath
8h45
12:15 AM Nottingham0 transfersDirect
national_express6:15 PM Bath
6h45
1:00 AM Nottingham0 transfersDirect
national_express8:15 PM Bath
7h20
3:35 AM Nottingham0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbus9:45 PM Bath
11h40
9:25 AM Nottingham0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, May 5
national_express5:24 AM Bath
5h51
11:15 AM Nottingham0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bath to Nottingham

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Buses from Bath to Nottingham run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 194 km distance in 5h 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
194 km
Average bus duration
6h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
€13
Buses per day
17
Fastest bus
5h 51m
First bus
1:05 AM
Last bus
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Bath to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Bath to Nottingham with National Express for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 51m
Cheapest Price
€15
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Bath to Nottingham

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Nottingham by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bath to Nottingham can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bath to Nottingham is €20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bath to Nottingham is 5h 51m to travel the 194 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bath to Nottingham leaves at 1:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bath to Nottingham leaves at 11:45 PM.
There are 17 coaches a day from Bath to Nottingham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bath to Nottingham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Nottingham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bath and Nottingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bath , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Bath, Bus Station, Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road . When arriving in Nottingham , you can end your trip in coach stations like Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R), Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14) .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bath, Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Nottingham from Bath is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 51m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bath to Nottingham is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bath and Nottingham including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bath to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bath to Nottingham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bath to Nottingham depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bath to Nottingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bath to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bath to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bath to Nottingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bath to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bath to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bath to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bath to Nottingham

Bath
Nottingham
The major bus station for departures in Bath is Bath, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bath, Bus Station for your trip from Bath to Nottingham.
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Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
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WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Southgate Street, Bath BA1 1TP, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Southgate Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café and fast food options (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Bath, Bus Station
  • Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road
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