Checked offer from Birmingham to Nottingham: Coach, about 1h 15min – 2h 5min, from €7. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 5, 2026): National Express, FlixBus; main departure point: Birmingham Coach .
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 5, 2026 for a departure on November 26, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | Bus | Birmingham Matthew Boulton College | €7 | 4 |
| National Express | Bus | Birmingham Coach | €13 | 5 |
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Practical tips
Coach fares are lowest when booked early and rise as seats fill. Reserve online as soon as your plans are fixed, rather than buying on the day, and you avoid the expensive last-minute prices British transport is known for.
Walk-up train tickets can cost far more than advance ones. If you prefer rail, compare options online first. If your dates are flexible, the coach usually gives the safest budget with no nasty surprise at the ticket machine.
Birmingham has a rail station and a separate coach station, and they are not the same place. Check the departure point on your e-ticket the day before, so you head to the right stop and do not miss your coach.
If you land at a UK airport first, check which terminal you arrive at and how to reach the city before booking onward. Leave a generous buffer between your flight and your coach, since delays and queues are common.
Do not plan around the final coach of the evening. A delay could leave you stranded. Choose an earlier departure, and reserve early on bank holidays and summer weekends, when popular services often sell out.
The journey experience
Birmingham to Nottingham is a straightforward East Midlands hop, and the coach is the option to look at first. It links city centre to city centre without the stress of a car, so you arrive ready to explore Nottingham's lanes, castle and Robin Hood heritage. The comparison table on this page puts duration, price range and frequency side by side, so you can see at a glance whether it suits your plans.
Coaches on this route are the budget-friendly choice for independent travellers. Seats are comfortable and most vehicles have reclining seats, luggage space under the floor and often power sockets and wifi, which makes the journey easy even with a big backpack. Services run through the day, so you can pick a departure that fits around your hostel check-out or your next connection. Journey times vary a little with traffic, especially at rush hour.
British fares change a lot with timing, so the best advice is simple: book early, pick off-peak departures when you can, and keep your e-ticket on your phone. Coach prices are far less volatile than walk-up rail fares, which gives you a reassuring cost ceiling. On bank holidays and summer weekends, reserve ahead, because popular departures can sell out. Check the departure point on your ticket before you leave, then arrive a little early.
Frequently asked questions — Birmingham → Nottingham
Coach tickets from Birmingham to Nottingham start from €7, and typical fares go up to €14. The price depends on the day, the time of departure and how early you book, so reserving ahead and choosing off-peak departures gives you the best chance of the lowest fare.
By coach, the journey takes between 1 h 15 and 2 h 05. The difference depends on the departure you choose, the stops along the way and traffic, especially at rush hour. For a tight connection, pick an earlier coach and leave yourself a safety margin.
The coach is the option listed for this route and a smart one for independent travellers: it is low-cost, runs city centre to city centre and is easy to book online with an instant e-ticket. Fares are also more predictable than last-minute rail tickets, which helps if you are watching your budget.
Coaches generally leave from Birmingham Coach Station in the Digbeth area, which is separate from the city's railway stations. Always confirm the exact departure point on your e-ticket before travelling, as it is printed in your booking confirmation.
Yes, booking ahead is the best way to get a low fare and a guaranteed seat. It matters most on bank holidays and summer weekends, when popular departures can sell out. Booking online gives you an instant e-ticket you can show on your phone.
Why visit Nottingham?
- ✓ Explore Nottingham Castle and its sandstone caves, then wander the Robin Hood legend trail through the city
- ✓ Descend into the City of Caves, a network of medieval tunnels carved beneath the Lace Market and Broad Marsh
- ✓ Visit Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, one of England's oldest pubs, built into the castle rock
- ✓ Stroll through the Lace Market, the historic district of Victorian warehouses, boutiques and cocktail bars
- ✓ Take a day trip to Sherwood Forest to see the Major Oak and walk the ancient woodland paths
When to visit Nottingham?
TEMPERATE OCEANIC CLIMATE
May to September — mildest temperatures, longest days and the best conditions for Sherwood Forest and outdoor events
What to do in Nottingham?
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How long to visit Nottingham?
Two days is ideal to cover Nottingham's essentials: the Castle, the Lace Market, the City of Caves and a pub stop at Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem. With three days, add Sherwood Forest and Major Oak, Newstead Abbey or Wollaton Hall. The city centre is compact and walkable, so skip the car and use the tram for outlying sights.
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