Bus from Nottingham to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Nottingham to London on 6 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Victoria Coach StationCheapest
National ExpressBus
Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Golders GreenFastest
National ExpressBus
Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Victoria Coach StationNo tags
FlixbusBus
Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Victoria Coach StationNo tags
National ExpressBus
Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Victoria Coach StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 10mAverage duration
176 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 167 - R 1 303Average duration3h 30m
5kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 433 - R 4 443Average duration1h 52m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 160 - R 519Average duration2h 10m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to London by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Nottingham to London?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Nottingham to London start at R 167. The average price for this route is around R 231. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Nottingham to London?

    The average bus journey time from Nottingham to London is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 182 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 10m and is operated by National Express.

  3. Which bus companies service the Nottingham to London route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 127 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Nottingham to London?

    The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to London at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nottingham to London?

    A bus trip from Nottingham to London produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Nottingham to London?

    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 29871 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Nottingham to London?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Nottingham to London?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Nottingham to London?

    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
03/02
R 161
04/02
R 160
Today
R 160
06/02
R 206
07/02
R 210
08/02
R 160
09/02
R 137
10/02
R 137
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Nottingham to London was searched and found on 09 Feb 2026 with a price of R 137

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

You can expect to pay from R 137 to R 1 876 for a bus ticket from Nottingham to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 137, which is on 2026-02-09.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Nottingham to London?

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