4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Nottingham to Birmingham
Cheapest price on Oct 04
€11
Average ticket price on Oct 04
€18
Fastest journey on Oct 04
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 04
1 h 46 m
Buses on Oct 04
13
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 €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
On Sun, Oct 04, we found 13 buses from Nottingham to Birmingham, including 9 direct services.
On Sun, Oct 04 the direct buses cover the 73 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Sun, Oct 04 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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.
NX1503:00 PM2h05Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station5:05 PMBirmingham, Coach Station€111One-way0 transfers- NX1837:15 PM2h00Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station9:15 PMBirmingham, Coach Station€121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:20 AM1h50Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)1:10 PMBirmingham€141One-way0 transfers- FlixBus3:40 PM2h05Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station5:45 PMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€141One-way0 transfers
- NX1508:55 AM2h05Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station11:00 AMBirmingham, Coach Station€151One-way0 transfers
- NX15212:45 PM1h15Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station2:00 PMBirmingham, Coach Station€231One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:45 PM1h50Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)5:35 PMBirmingham€151One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:20 AM1h50Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)1:10 PMBirmingham€141One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:00 AM1h55Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station7:55 AMBirmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway€181One-way0 transfers
- NX1837:15 PM2h00Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station9:15 PMBirmingham, Coach Station€121One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Nottingham to Birmingham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:09. The fastest bus covers the 73 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 73 km |
Average bus duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Live departures
Nottingham to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Birmingham buses for today, Saturday, October 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:20 AM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 1h50 | 1:10 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX152 | 12:45 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1h15 | 2:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX150 | 3:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h05 | 5:05 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h05 | 5:45 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:45 PM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 1h50 | 5:35 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 · NX777 | 3:50 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h00 | 7:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX183 | 7:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h00 | 9:15 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX450 · NX777 | 8:35 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 3h00 | 11:35 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX196 · NX777 | 9:10 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h10 | 1:20 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, October 4 | |||||
| NX230 · NX777 | 2:00 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 3h05 | 5:05 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX180 | 4:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h15 | 6:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:00 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1h55 | 7:55 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX150 | 8:55 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2h05 | 11:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nottingham to Birmingham
Most Nottingham to Birmingham buses use the Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station to Birmingham, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do buses to Birmingham leave from?
Getting to Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) is 5 km from Nottingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) bus station facilities and services
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R). ATMs are available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R): Wheelchair accessible paths available.
Getting to Nottingham, University of Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham, University of Nottingham bus station facilities and services
Nottingham, University of Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, WC, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Bike Parking.
Which Birmingham station do buses from Nottingham arrive at?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurants available in the airport terminal.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available. ATMs are aTMs available inside the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Facilities accessible for disabled persons.
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