The cheapest and fastest buses from Sheffield to Nottingham
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€10
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 11 m
Buses on Sep 17
7
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sheffield to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Nottingham will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 7 buses from Sheffield to Nottingham, including 7 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 1 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.
FlixBus6:15 AM1h20Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)7:35 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station€61One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:00 AM1h15Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)4:15 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station€71One-way0 transfers
NX2401:15 AM1h10Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)2:25 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station€111One-way0 transfers
NX2407:20 AM1h35Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)8:55 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station€111One-way0 transfers
NX46711:50 PM1h15Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)1:05 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station€111One-way0 transfers
NX1803:25 AM1h00Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)4:25 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station€121One-way0 transfers
NX2401:15 AM1h10Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)2:25 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station€111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:00 AM1h15Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)4:15 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station€71One-way0 transfers
NX1957:00 PM1h15Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)8:15 PMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station€111One-way0 transfers
NX46711:50 PM1h15Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)1:05 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station€111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Sheffield to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 52 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price | €12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield to Nottingham:
A bus is €0.65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield to Nottingham costing on average €9.
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 6m.
Live departures
Sheffield to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Nottingham buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX467 | 11:50 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h15 | 1:05 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NX240 | 1:15 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h10 | 2:25 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h15 | 4:15 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX180 | 3:25 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h00 | 4:25 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h20 | 7:35 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 | 7:20 AM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h35 | 8:55 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX195 | 7:00 PM Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 1h15 | 8:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Nottingham
Buses from Sheffield to Nottingham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:49. The fastest bus covers the 52 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 52 km |
Average bus duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
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Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Sheffield to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Nottingham with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sheffield to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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 Sheffield to Nottingham
Most Sheffield to Nottingham buses use the Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) to Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R). Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Nottingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do buses to Nottingham leave from?
Getting to Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) bus station facilities and services
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: There is a café inside the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange): Station is wheelchair accessible.
Which Nottingham station do buses from Sheffield arrive at?
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.
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