How far is Birmingham from Nottingham by coach?

The journey from Nottingham to Birmingham by coach covers an approximate distance of 46 miles (73 km).

What is the best way to go from Nottingham to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to go from Nottingham to Birmingham without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Nottingham to Birmingham from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Birmingham on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:20	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	12:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 15m	14:00	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	08:55	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 5m	11:00	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	15:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	08:55	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 5m	11:00	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Birmingham on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:20	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	12:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 15m	14:00	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	15:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Birmingham on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	12:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 15m	14:00	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:20	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Birmingham on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:20	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	12:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 15m	14:00	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	15:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Birmingham on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:20	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	12:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 15m	14:00	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	15:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Birmingham on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:20	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	12:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 15m	14:00	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	15:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Birmingham on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:20	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	13:10	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	12:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	1h 15m	14:00	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	15:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	1h 50m	17:40	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	04:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	2h 15m	06:45	Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

45 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £36	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£9 - £52	Average duration1h 16m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £9	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers have praised the bus service for its clean buses, safe drivers, and comfortable seats. They appreciate the on-time arrivals and helpful staff. However, some passengers experienced delays and encountered aggressive behavior from a driver during their journey.

National Express Nottingham Birmingham recent customer reviews

Driver was on point did all he needed too got us there safe n made everyone aware of we’re we was also peoples luggage was ready n waiting Gdgd service on a whole 💪🏿👌🏾🙏🏾💯

David K.

25 February 2024

Prompt and pleasurable

Bukky K.

27 February 2025

On time

Carolina G.

4 August 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,273 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

According to customer reviews, the service is punctual, comfortable, and provides good value for money. However, there have been complaints about discrimination as some passengers were allowed to eat while others were not permitted due to medication reasons.

Megabus Nottingham Birmingham recent customer reviews

The driver drove straight past my stop outside Nottingham Trent university after I waited 30-40 minutes in the cold for it

Harry W.

19 January 2024

i wasn't allowed food just to take my medication but when i got on the bus some passengers were having their food. That's discrimination

Its Cool T.

7 April 2023

Amazing bus service

Syed Zonair Ahmed B.

7 March 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Nottingham and Birmingham?

Stops in Nottingham

A - Coach Station

B - 34 Long Row W

C - 33 Derby Rd

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Birmingham Airport

C - Bearwood

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Nottingham to Birmingham

How far is Birmingham from Nottingham by coach?
The journey from Nottingham to Birmingham by coach covers an approximate distance of 46 miles (73 km).
What is the best way to go from Nottingham to Birmingham without a car?
The best way to go from Nottingham to Birmingham without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£8

17/11

£6

Today

£6

19/11

£6

20/11

£5

21/11

£7

22/11

£7

23/11

£7

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Birmingham was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £5

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

You can expect to pay from £5 to £27 for a bus ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.