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Compare all timetables for the bus from Nottingham to Bournemouth

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Nottingham to Bournemouth from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
£12
tomorrow
£12
Friday
£19
Saturday
£18
Sunday
£12
Monday
£12
Tuesday
£12

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 30m 04:05 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 11:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 7h 40m 11:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 19:10 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 7h 25m 13:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 20:55 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 7h 20m 15:20 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 22:40 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 6h 55m 17:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 00:25 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 30m 04:05 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 11:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 8h 0m 10:20 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 18:20 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 7h 40m 11:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 19:10 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 8h 55m 05:25 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 14:20 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £13
FlixBus 7h 5m 12:25 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 19:30 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £13

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 50m 05:20 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 12:10 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £19
National Express 9h 5m 08:50 Nottingham North 17:55 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £20
National Express 6h 45m 03:50 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 10:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £21
FlixBus 9h 0m 03:10 Nottingham University North Entrance 12:10 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £22
FlixBus 8h 30m 03:40 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 12:10 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Bournemouth via Leicester, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 40m
      0
      06:00
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Coach Station
      06:45
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • National Express
      6h 25m
      0
      07:15
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      13:40
      Bournemouth
      Train Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 10m 09:00 Nottingham North 17:10 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £18
National Express 6h 45m 18:15 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 01:00 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £21
National Express 10h 50m 09:00 Nottingham North 19:50 Bournemouth University  Economy £21
FlixBus 8h 5m 16:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 00:35 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £24
FlixBus 8h 35m 07:40 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 16:15 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Bournemouth via Leicester, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 40m
      0
      06:00
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Coach Station
      06:45
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • National Express
      6h 25m
      0
      07:15
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      13:40
      Bournemouth
      Train Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 10m 01:10 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 09:20 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 6h 30m 03:50 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 10:20 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 6h 20m 05:50 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 12:10 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 6h 40m 07:00 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 13:40 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 6h 50m 10:20 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 17:10 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 20m 01:10 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 09:30 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 7h 30m 04:05 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 11:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 7h 25m 06:15 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 13:40 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 7h 50m 11:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 19:20 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 6h 55m 13:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 20:25 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 20m 01:10 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 09:30 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 7h 30m 04:05 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 11:35 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
National Express 7h 40m 11:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 19:10 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 8h 55m 05:25 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 14:20 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 8h 35m 07:40 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 16:15 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £14

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Nottingham to Bournemouth is £12 on 21/09/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Nottingham and Bournemouth

See here how frequent the connections between Nottingham and Bournemouth are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 26 daily coaches from Nottingham to Bournemouth. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 14 daily coaches between Nottingham and Bournemouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 60 coaches from Nottingham to Bournemouth, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Nottingham and Bournemouth, with 10 offers.

Facts about coaches from Nottingham to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 20 times every day by bus from Nottingham to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Nottingham to Bournemouth starting from £12!

Cheapest Bus £12
Fastest Bus 6h 10m
Earliest Coach 04:05
Latest Coach 20:35
Daily Bus Connections 20 Ø
Distance 253.5 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Nottingham to Bournemouth

Every day, 20 buses from 2 coach companies leave Nottingham for Bournemouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 16/09/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 14/09
Tuesday 15/09
Wednesday 16/09
£29
Thursday 17/09
£20
Friday 18/09
£19
Saturday 19/09
£21
Sunday 20/09
£18
Monday 21/09
£12
Tuesday 22/09
£12
Wednesday 23/09
£14
Thursday 24/09
£15
Friday 25/09
£19
Saturday 26/09
£18
Sunday 27/09
£12
Monday 28/09
£18
Tuesday 29/09
£12
Wednesday 30/09
£12
Thursday 01/10
£15
Friday 02/10
£12
Saturday 03/10
£12
Sunday 04/10
£17
Monday 05/10
£23
Tuesday 06/10
£21
Wednesday 07/10
£23
Thursday 08/10
£20
Friday 09/10
£18
Saturday 10/10
£34
Sunday 11/10

The cheapest time to travel from Nottingham to Bournemouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Nottingham to Bournemouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £12, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Nottingham to Bournemouth. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £12.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Nottingham to Bournemouth, with £12. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £12.

How to save money travelling from Nottingham to Bournemouth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Nottingham to Bournemouth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Nottingham to Bournemouth, 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 Nottingham to Bournemouth are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Nottingham to Bournemouth

These are the most booked bus companies between Nottingham to Bournemouth from our users.

National Express from Nottingham to Bournemouth

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 6h 10m
Earliest Coach 04:05
Last Coach 20:35
Daily Connections 16 Ø
Found on 15/09/2026

FlixBus from Nottingham to Bournemouth

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £13
Fastest Coach 6h 40m
Earliest Coach 03:10
Last Coach 16:30
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 15/09/2026

All bus stations and stops in Nottingham and Bournemouth

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Nottingham and Bournemouth.

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 Nottingham to Bournemouth? Compare all modes of transports from Nottingham to Bournemouth.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Nottingham to Bournemouth

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Nottingham to Bournemouth? Or which bus companies serve the route Nottingham to Bournemouth? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Nottingham to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Nottingham - Bournemouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Nottingham - Bournemouth bus trip is available from £12 and takes 7h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Nottingham to Bournemouth is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £36. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Nottingham to Bournemouth is offered by roughly 20 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bournemouth from Nottingham take?

The quickest coach from Nottingham to Bournemouth is provided by National Express and takes 6h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £21. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Nottingham to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus to Bournemouth departs from Nottingham at 04:05. 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 Nottingham to Bournemouth?

The latest bus to Bournemouth departs from Nottingham at 20:35. 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 Nottingham - Bournemouth route?

Passengers looking to travel from Nottingham to Bournemouth 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 Nottingham and Bournemouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Nottingham and Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth from Nottingham?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Nottingham Bournemouth 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 Nottingham Bournemouth 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 Nottingham to Bournemouth on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Nottingham to Bournemouth?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 20 daily trips between Nottingham and Bournemouth. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Nottingham to Bournemouth?

Prices and availability for 20 trips between Nottingham and Bournemouth change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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