Canterbury to Nottingham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Canterbury to Nottingham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€34

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€41

Fastest journey on Sep 18

5 h 35 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

6 h 31 m

Buses on Sep 18

10

Distance

241 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Canterbury to Nottingham will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Canterbury to Nottingham without transferring at least once.

  • National ExpressNX022 · NX450
    7:55 PM5h35
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    1:30 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    €341One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX007 · NX450
    5:50 PM6h40
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    12:30 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    €351One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX022 · NX450
    4:15 PM7h25
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    11:40 PMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    €391One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX022 · NX450
    7:00 AM8h10
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    3:10 PMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    €391One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX007 · NX450
    8:50 AM7h20
    Canterbury, Bus Station
    4:10 PMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    €421One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Canterbury to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, while a train costs an average of €73.

Distance: 241 km

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Driving

€33

Average price

Cheapest

€73

Average price

€62

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 16m

Average total duration

5h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 31m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

National Express

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Canterbury to Nottingham is a bus with an average price of €33.

This is compared to other travel options from Canterbury to Nottingham:

A bus is €40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Canterbury to Nottingham costing on average €73.

The fastest way to travel from Canterbury to Nottingham is by train with an average journey time of 2h 38m.

Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Canterbury and Nottingham including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Canterbury to Nottingham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Nottingham buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX022 · NX4507:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station
6h50
2:20 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX007 · NX45010:20 AM Canterbury, Bus Station
8h35
6:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX022 · NX45112:50 PM Canterbury, Bus Station
7h10
8:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX007 · NX4502:45 PM Canterbury, Bus Station
6h15
9:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX022 · NX4504:45 PM Canterbury, Bus Station
6h25
11:10 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX007 · NX4506:50 PM Canterbury, Bus Station
7h00
1:50 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
Friday, September 18
National ExpressNX007 · NX4504:20 AM Canterbury, Bus Station
7h30
11:50 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX007 · NX4505:30 AM Canterbury, Bus Station
7h50
1:20 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX022 · NX4507:00 AM Canterbury, Bus Station
8h10
3:10 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Nottingham

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Buses from Canterbury to Nottingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 02:45, the last at 22:23. The fastest bus covers the 241 km distance in 6h 15m.

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
241 km
Average bus duration
5h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
€26
Buses per day
9
Fastest bus
6h 15m
First bus
2:45 AM
Last bus
10:23 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 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 Canterbury to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Nottingham with National Express for as low as €26. 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 National Express Duration
6h 15m
Cheapest National Express Price
€26
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 Canterbury to Nottingham

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Nottingham can start from as little as €26 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Canterbury to Nottingham is €33; 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 Canterbury to Nottingham is 6h 15m to travel the 241 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 Canterbury to Nottingham leaves at 2:45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Canterbury to Nottingham leaves at 10:23 PM.
There are 9 coaches a day from Canterbury 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury and Nottingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Canterbury , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Canterbury, Bus Station, Canterbury, University Of Kent . When arriving in Nottingham , you can end your trip in coach stations like Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Canterbury, Bus Station, which is located around 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 Canterbury is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Canterbury to Nottingham is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Canterbury and Nottingham including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Canterbury to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Canterbury to Nottingham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Nottingham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Nottingham:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Canterbury to Nottingham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Canterbury to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Canterbury to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Canterbury to Nottingham with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Canterbury to Nottingham

Most Canterbury to Nottingham buses use the Canterbury, Bus Station to Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Nottingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Canterbury
Arrival bus stations in Nottingham

Which Canterbury station do buses to Nottingham leave from?

Buses from Canterbury to Nottingham leave from Canterbury, Bus Station. The station is from Canterbury city centre at Canterbury bus station, Canterbury CT1 2SY, UK.
Canterbury, Bus StationCanterbury bus station, Canterbury CT1 2SY, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Canterbury, Bus Station from Canterbury city centre

Bus21, 400, 401, Uni1, Uni2 · 14m · €3 · every ~22 min

Canterbury, Bus Station bus station facilities and services

Canterbury, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafes and eateries within a short walk.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Canterbury, Bus Station. ATMs are aTM located outside the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Canterbury, Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Canterbury, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, Bus Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistance.

Canterbury, University Of KentUniversity of Kent, Canterbury CT2 7NZ, United KingdomWifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC
City-centre transport

Getting to Canterbury, University Of Kent from Canterbury city centre

Canterbury, University Of Kent is 1 km from Canterbury city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A

Canterbury, University Of Kent bus station facilities and services

Canterbury, University Of Kent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located on campus, near the student union.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Elevators, ramps.

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