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Which bus from Manchester to Nottingham is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Manchester to Nottingham. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£17
tomorrow
£7
Saturday
£8
Sunday
£19
Monday
£7
Tuesday
£6
Wednesday
£15

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 5m 04:25 Manchester Coach Station 09:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £17
National Express 3h 40m 06:55 Manchester Coach Station 10:35 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 5h 15m 21:00 Manchester Coach Station 02:15 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 5h 5m 12:40 Manchester Coach Station 17:45 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 4h 45m 11:30 Manchester Coach Station 16:15 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Nottingham via Sheffield, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      2h 40m
      0
      10:30
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      12:00
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 5m
      0
      12:05
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      13:10
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 40m 10:30 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 13:10 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £7
National Express 5h 5m 04:25 Manchester Coach Station 09:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 5h 5m 12:40 Manchester Coach Station 17:45 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 3h 40m 06:55 Manchester Coach Station 10:35 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £20

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 40m 10:30 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 13:10 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £8
National Express 5h 5m 04:25 Manchester Coach Station 09:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 3h 55m 13:55 Manchester Coach Station 17:50 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 5h 15m 21:00 Manchester Coach Station 02:15 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £23

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 25m 07:10 Manchester Coach Station 10:35 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 4h 45m 11:30 Manchester Coach Station 16:15 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 3h 55m 13:55 Manchester Coach Station 17:50 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 5h 15m 21:00 Manchester Coach Station 02:15 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 5h 15m 08:40 Manchester Coach Station 13:55 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Nottingham via Sheffield, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      2h 40m
      0
      10:30
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      12:00
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 5m
      0
      12:05
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      13:10
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 0h 45m shorter, and you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 40m 10:30 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 13:10 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £7
National Express 5h 5m 04:25 Manchester Coach Station 09:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 3h 40m 06:55 Manchester Coach Station 10:35 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 4h 45m 11:30 Manchester Coach Station 16:15 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £20

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 2h 40m 10:30 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 13:10 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £6
National Express 4h 45m 11:30 Manchester Coach Station 16:15 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 5h 5m 04:25 Manchester Coach Station 09:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 3h 40m 06:55 Manchester Coach Station 10:35 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 45m 11:30 Manchester Coach Station 16:15 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 5h 5m 04:25 Manchester Coach Station 09:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 3h 40m 06:55 Manchester Coach Station 10:35 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 3h 55m 15:25 Manchester Coach Station 19:20 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 5h 5m 12:40 Manchester Coach Station 17:45 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station  Economy £20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Nottingham via Sheffield, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      2h 40m
      0
      10:30
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      12:00
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 5m
      0
      12:05
      Sheffield
      Meadowhall Interchange Coach Station
      13:10
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save £5

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Manchester to Nottingham is £6 on 09/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Manchester and Nottingham?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Manchester to Nottingham. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily coaches from Manchester to Nottingham. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Manchester and Nottingham.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 25 coaches from Manchester to Nottingham, while Night sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Nottingham, with 7 offers.

All facts for Manchester to Nottingham bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 10 times by bus from Manchester to Nottingham in one click. Book your Manchester to Nottingham bus ticket starting from £6!

Cheapest Bus £6
Fastest Bus 2h 40m
Earliest Coach 04:25
Latest Coach 23:59
Daily Bus Connections 10 Ø
Distance 92.9 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Nottingham?

Every day, 10 buses from 2 coach companies leave Manchester for Nottingham. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 04/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
£17
Friday 05/12
£19
Saturday 06/12
£21
Sunday 07/12
£19
Monday 08/12
£16
Tuesday 09/12
£15
Wednesday 10/12
£15
Thursday 11/12
£15
Friday 12/12
£18
Saturday 13/12
£20
Sunday 14/12
£16
Monday 15/12
£16
Tuesday 16/12
£15
Wednesday 17/12
£16
Thursday 18/12
£16
Friday 19/12
£20
Saturday 20/12
£20
Sunday 21/12
Monday 22/12
£21
Tuesday 23/12
£20
Wednesday 24/12
£23
Thursday 25/12
£45
Friday 26/12
£33
Saturday 27/12
£22
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Nottingham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester to Nottingham, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £6, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Manchester to Nottingham. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £16.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Nottingham, with £6. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £17.

How to save money travelling from Manchester to Nottingham

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Manchester to Nottingham in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Manchester to Nottingham, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Manchester to Nottingham are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Manchester to Nottingham?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Manchester to Nottingham timetable.

National Express from Manchester to Nottingham

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Manchester to Nottingham:

Cheapest Price £15
Fastest Coach 3h 25m
Earliest Coach 04:25
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 10 Ø
Found on 03/12/2025

FlixBus from Manchester to Nottingham

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Manchester to Nottingham:

Cheapest Price £6
Fastest Coach 2h 40m
Earliest Coach 10:30
Last Coach 10:30
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 27/11/2025
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Nottingham

Here is a map with all coach stations in Manchester and Nottingham. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Manchester to Nottingham? Compare all modes of transports from Manchester to Nottingham.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Manchester to Nottingham

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Manchester to Nottingham. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Manchester to Nottingham bus

How much does a Manchester Nottingham coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Manchester Nottingham bus trip is available from £6 and takes 2h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Manchester to Nottingham?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £6 to £37. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Nottingham.

How many connections are available for the Manchester Nottingham route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Manchester to Nottingham is offered by roughly 10 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Nottingham from Manchester take?

The quickest coach from Manchester to Nottingham is provided by FlixBus and takes 2h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £7. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester to Nottingham?

The earliest bus to Nottingham departs from Manchester at 04:25. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Manchester to Nottingham?

The latest bus to Nottingham departs from Manchester at 23:59. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Manchester Nottingham route?

Passengers looking to travel from Manchester to Nottingham can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Nottingham?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester and Nottingham by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Nottingham from Manchester?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Manchester Nottingham bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Manchester Nottingham bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Manchester to Nottingham on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Manchester to Nottingham

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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