- Must visit
Nottingham Contemporary
Major contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market with changing international exhibitions, talks, and events in a striking modern building.
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
4 h 49 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Buses per day
53
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Horley to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horley to Nottingham will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 53 buses that leave Horley for Nottingham on Sat, Jun 20, 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 209 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 49 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Horley to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $55.
Distance: 129 miles (209 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $102 Average price | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Horley to Nottingham:
A bus is $83 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Nottingham costing on average $102 (€83).
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 20m.
Tickets start at around $19 (€15) compared to roughly $59 (€48) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $40 (€33). The journey takes 5h 20m versus 3h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
The table below shows live departures for Horley to Nottingham buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX230 | 7:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 5h35 | 1:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 5h20 | 2:20 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 5h05 | 2:05 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 4h55 | 2:05 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 5h10 | 2:20 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 9:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 5h10 | 2:45 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 11:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 5h45 | 4:50 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
NX025 · NX450 | On time 3:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 6h05 | 9:55 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX230 | On time 5:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 6h00 | 11:10 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:20 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 5h00 | 11:20 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 4h50 | 11:20 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 7:05 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 5h20 | 12:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 · NX240 | 7:25 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 6h00 | 1:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 6h10 | 2:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 5h25 | 1:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 6h00 | 2:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 5h15 | 1:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 9:25 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 5h25 | 2:50 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 5h15 | 3:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 6h50 | 5:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 6h40 | 5:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 5h05 | 3:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 6h30 | 5:05 PM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 6h20 | 5:05 PM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 1 transfer | |
NX230 | 10:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 5h45 | 4:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 · NX230 | 11:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 6h35 | 5:45 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX230 | On time 11:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 6h35 | 5:45 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX450 | On time 12:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 6h45 | 6:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 | 1:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 5h30 | 7:05 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 · NX240 | 2:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 6h00 | 8:20 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 6h20 | 8:45 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 6h00 | 8:25 PM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 6h05 | 8:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 5h50 | 8:25 PM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 5h55 | 8:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 6h10 | 8:45 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 6h00 | 9:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 5h50 | 9:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 4:05 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 5h20 | 9:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 5h50 | 10:30 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 5h35 | 10:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 5h25 | 10:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 5h40 | 10:30 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 | 5:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 5h20 | 10:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 6h00 | 12:10 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 · NX230 | On time 6:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 5h40 | 11:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX200 · NX230 | 6:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 5h40 | 11:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 5h50 | 12:10 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 5h15 | 12:15 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h59 | 11:59 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 4h49 | 11:59 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 5h05 | 12:15 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 · NX450 | On time 11:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 10h10 | 9:55 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Horley to Nottingham run on average 36 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 26 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 129 miles (209 km) distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 129 miles (209 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€13) |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Nottingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nottingham trip today.
Major contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market with changing international exhibitions, talks, and events in a striking modern building.
Museum and art collections inside the restored castle complex, covering local history, decorative arts, and changing exhibitions.
Interactive museum in the former Shire Hall and county gaol exploring crime, punishment, and the legal system through historic courtrooms and cells.
Historic district of red-brick warehouses, creative businesses, bars, and heritage streetscapes, now one of the city's trendiest areas to explore.
Large deer park surrounding Wollaton Hall, popular for walks, views, seasonal colour, and social-media-friendly landscapes.
Main public square and gathering point in central Nottingham, convenient for events, people-watching, and access to nearby shopping streets.
Historic English blue cheese long associated with the East Midlands. Rich, creamy, and one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
A crumbly, nutty orange cheese from nearby Leicestershire, commonly enjoyed in the region in ploughman’s lunches and cheeseboards.
A classic Midlands snack of hot-water-crust pastry filled with seasoned pork, often eaten cold in pubs, markets, and picnic lunches.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant known for creative tasting menus, polished service, and one of Nottingham’s most celebrated food experiences.
Popular stylish restaurant serving Spanish-inspired small plates with strong local reputation for quality and a lively social atmosphere.
Historic pub beneath Nottingham Castle, famous for traditional British dishes, ales, and a distinctive heritage atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Budget eats are easy to find, while hotels and city-centre dining cost more.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if no service charge is added. Round up for taxis. No tip is expected for pubs or counter service.
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