What is the travel distance from Bristol to Nottingham?

Bristol and Nottingham are 121 miles (194 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bristol to Nottingham?

The majority of buses traveling from Bristol to Nottingham start their journey at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station and wind up at Coach Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Nottingham?

Once in Nottingham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Walton, The Caves, Nottingham Greyhound Stadium, The Lace Market and Nottingham Castle.

Bus Bristol to Nottingham from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bristol to Nottingham on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:20pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	7h 39m	11:59pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:05pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	4h 30m	6:35pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	3:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	7h 50m	10:50pm	University of Nottingham	No tags
Bus	2:05pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	4h 30m	6:35pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	7h 30m	9:30pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Nottingham on November 25
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	7:00am	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

Next departures for Bristol to Nottingham on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:35pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	9h 15m	10:50pm	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	10:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	8h	6:50pm	University of Nottingham	No tags

Next departures for Bristol to Nottingham on November 27
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	2:25pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	8h 25m	10:50pm	University of Nottingham	No tags
Bus	5:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	5h 25m	11:15am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	6h 50m	3:45pm	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	No tags

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 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

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Compare 3 ways to go from Bristol to Nottingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Nottingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

120 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $104	Average Duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$57 - $367	Average Duration2h 51m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $20	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

3.5/511,424 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,730 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,276 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bristol to Nottingham by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/22

$20

11/23

$28

Today

$19

11/25

$21

11/26

$22

11/27

$21

11/28

$23

11/29

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The cheapest trip from Bristol to Nottingham was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $19

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 $19 to $60 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 $21 which is on 2025-11-25.