Brighton to Nottingham bus with National Express

Fri, Nov 14
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Brighton to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for Nov 15

Cheapest price

€15

Average price

€16

Fastest journey

6 h 53 m

Average duration

7 h 44 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

246 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brighton to Nottingham will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Brighton for Nottingham on Sat, Nov 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 246 km distance in an average of 7 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 53 m .

On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest buses will take 8 h 35 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
05:05AM8h35
Brighton
01:40PMNottingham
151One-way
0 transfers
National Express
06:37PM6h53
Brighton
01:30AMNottingham
171One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Brighton to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton 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 6m. 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 €35.

Distance: 246 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€18

Average price

Cheapest

€85

Average price

7h 13m

Average total duration

6h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Live departures

Brighton to Nottingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Nottingham buses for today, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 1:48 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX025 · NX450
Delayed
2:02 PM 2:55 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
7h20
10:15 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX450
Delayed
2:02 PM 4:00 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
7h45
11:45 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX230
Delayed
2:02 PM 4:45 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
7h45
12:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX450
Delayed
2:02 PM 5:41 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
8h59
2:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX230
Delayed
2:02 PM 6:51 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
8h04
2:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:05 AM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
7h10
3:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:15 AM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
7h00
3:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX230
Delayed
2:02 PM 9:12 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
7h28
4:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX450
Delayed
2:02 PM 10:12 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
8h08
6:20 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX450
Delayed
2:02 PM 11:12 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
8h03
7:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:00 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
8h00
8:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:00 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
8h15
8:15 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:10 PM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
7h50
8:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus12:10 PM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
8h05
8:15 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX230
Delayed
2:02 PM 12:12 PMBrighton, Preston Circus
7h18
7:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX450
Delayed
2:02 PM 1:12 PMBrighton, Preston Circus
7h48
9:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX450
On time
2:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
7h38
9:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX230
On time
2:57 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
7h33
10:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX450
On time
4:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
8h03
12:15 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX450
On time
5:17 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
7h43
1:00 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:15 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
7h45
2:00 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:15 PM Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
8h00
2:15 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:25 PM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
7h50
2:15 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:25 PM Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)
7h35
2:00 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX230
On time
6:27 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
7h03
1:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX450
On time
7:37 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
6h53
2:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX230
On time
8:47 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
8h03
4:50 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX450
On time
10:50 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
11h15
10:05 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Nottingham

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Buses from Brighton to Nottingham run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 246 km distance in 6h 53m.

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
246 km
Average bus duration
6h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
€13
Buses per day
17
Fastest bus
6h 53m
First bus
01:15
Last bus
23:45
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 Brighton to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Brighton 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
6h 53m
Cheapest Price
€14
National Express frequency
16 a day
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.

FAQs: Bus from Brighton to Nottingham

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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 Brighton to Nottingham can start from as little as €14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Nottingham is €30; 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 Brighton to Nottingham is 6 h 50 min   to travel the 246 km long journey, with around there are 15 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Brighton to Nottingham leaves at 02: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Brighton to Nottingham leaves at 22: 50.
There are 15 coaches a day from Brighton to Nottingham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Brighton to Nottingham you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Brighton to Nottingham on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton to Nottingham is November.
You have options as you can travel to Nottingham from Brighton 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Brighton to Nottingham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Nottingham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to Nottingham.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Nottingham.
    No, luggage for the coach from Brighton to Nottingham needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Brighton to Nottingham.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Nottingham.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Nottingham.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Brighton to Nottingham.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Brighton to Nottingham

    Brighton
    Nottingham
    The major bus station for departures in Brighton is Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station for your trip from Brighton to Nottingham.
    Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station
    Brighton, Preston Circus
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    Brighton, Preston Park
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    Hove, Kingsway
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