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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Nottingham to Birmingham
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 9 buses that leave Nottingham for Birmingham on Sun, Jan 04, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 04 the direct buses cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jan 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Nottingham to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 73 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Birmingham buses for today, Saturday, January 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX180 | Delayed 12:45 AM 4:30 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h15 | 10:30 PM 10:30 PMBirmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX150 | On time 8:55 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h05 | 11:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX133 | 10:40 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1h20 | 12:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX152 | On time 12:45 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1h15 | 2:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX150 | On time 3:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h05 | 5:05 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX132 | 5:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1h20 | 7:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX183 | 7:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h00 | 9:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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| NX180 | 4:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h15 | 6:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Birmingham
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Buses from Nottingham to Birmingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:40, the last at 23:09. The fastest bus covers the 73 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 73 km |
Average bus duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 02:40 |
Last bus 23:09 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Nottingham to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Birmingham with Megabus, National Express for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nottingham to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Nottingham, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Nottingham, Greyfriar Gate / Albion St and Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station. When arriving in Birmingham, you can end your journey in coach stations like Birmingham, Coach Station, Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) and Birmingham, Brunel Street.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nottingham, Greyfriar Gate / Albion St, which is located around 0.5 miles (827 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nottingham to Birmingham
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- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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