How much is the bus ticket from Bristol to Nottingham?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bristol to Nottingham start from $28. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bristol to Nottingham?

The average bus travel time from Bristol to Nottingham is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 191 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Bristol to Nottingham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express , Megabus UK .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bristol to Nottingham?

The earliest bus departs from Bristol to Nottingham at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bristol to Nottingham?

A bus trip from Bristol to Nottingham generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bristol to Nottingham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bristol to Nottingham?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bristol to Nottingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bristol to Nottingham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bristol to Nottingham from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bristol to Nottingham on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:10am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	7h 10m	11:20am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	4h 15m	11:15am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	7h 40m	2:40pm	University of Nottingham	No tags
Bus	5:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	5h 25m	11:15am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	8h	6:50pm	University of Nottingham	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Nottingham on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	7h	3:15pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	4h	11:15am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	7h 40m	2:40pm	University of Nottingham	No tags
Bus	5:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	5h 25m	11:15am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	8h	6:50pm	University of Nottingham	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Nottingham on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	7h 50m	8:00pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:15am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	4h	11:15am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	7h 40m	2:40pm	University of Nottingham	No tags
Bus	5:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	5h 25m	11:15am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	3:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	7h 50m	10:50pm	University of Nottingham	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Nottingham on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:10am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	7h 10m	11:20am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	4h 15m	11:15am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	7h 40m	2:40pm	University of Nottingham	No tags
Bus	5:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	5h 25m	11:15am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	8h	6:50pm	University of Nottingham	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Nottingham on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	8h	6:50pm	University of Nottingham	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	4h 15m	11:15am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:05am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	8h 35m	2:40pm	University of Nottingham	No tags
Bus	5:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	5h 25m	11:15am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:35pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	9h 15m	10:50pm	University of Nottingham	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Nottingham on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	8h 15m	7:05pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:00am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	4h 15m	11:15am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:05am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	8h 35m	2:40pm	University of Nottingham	No tags
Bus	5:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	5h 25m	11:15am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	8h	6:50pm	University of Nottingham	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:21 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol to Nottingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nottingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

194 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $149	Average Duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$82 - $534	Average Duration2h 51m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$29 - $29	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bristol and Nottingham?

Stops in Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Westbury Road
Stop B, Westbury Rd, Bristol BS9 1FH, UK
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C
The Centre
CC, Zed Alley, Bristol, BS1, United Kingdom
D
Park Avenue
400 Park Ave, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol BS32 4TR, UK
E
Bond St
12-16 Bond St, Bristol BS1 3LU, UK
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F
Cribbs Causeway
Patchway, Bristol BS34, UK

Stops in Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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B
34 Long Row W
34 Long Row W, Nottingham NG1 2DR, UK
C
33 Derby Rd
33 Derby Rd, Nottingham NG7 2QB, UK
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,463 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

National Express

4/529,737 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol to Nottingham by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Bristol to Nottingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bristol to Nottingham start from $28. The average price for this route is around $42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bristol to Nottingham?
The average bus travel time from Bristol to Nottingham is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 191 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Bristol to Nottingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bristol to Nottingham?
The earliest bus departs from Bristol to Nottingham at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bristol to Nottingham?
A bus trip from Bristol to Nottingham generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bristol to Nottingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bristol to Nottingham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bristol to Nottingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bristol to Nottingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-26

$35

11-27

$48

Today

$34

11-29

$35

11-30

$36

12-01

$29

12-02

$27

12-03

$28

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Nottingham was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bristol to Nottingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $27 to $83 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Nottingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-12-02.