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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Nottingham
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 42 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Nottingham will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 3 buses that leave Edinburgh for Nottingham on Fri, Dec 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct buses cover the 359 km distance in an average of 8 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest buses will take 11 h 15 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €59.
Distance: 359 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€39 Average price Cheapest | €121 Average price |
7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Nottingham buses for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX180 | 9:10 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 7h15 | 4:25 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:03 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 8h02 | 6:05 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:40 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 6h25 | 6:05 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 19 | |||||
| 8:05 AM Edinburgh | 11h15 | 7:20 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:45 AM Edinburgh | 7h35 | 6:20 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:10 PM Edinburgh | 7h15 | 3:25 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Nottingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Edinburgh to Nottingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 359 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 359 km |
Average bus duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Edinburgh to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Nottingham with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
When departing from Edinburgh, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Edinburgh, Bus Station, Edinburgh, Barnton Junction and Edinburgh, North Bridge. When arriving in Nottingham, you can end your route in coach stations like Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham, Beeston Centre Tram stop and Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Edinburgh to Nottingham
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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