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Nottingham Contemporary
Major contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market with changing international exhibitions, talks, and events in a striking modern building.
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Liverpool to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Nottingham will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Nottingham without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 82 miles (132 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Nottingham:
A bus is $34 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Nottingham costing on average $56 (€46).
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 42m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Nottingham buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX170 · NX240 | Delayed 2:30 AM 2:30 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h25 | 8:55 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX133 | On time 5:50 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h05 | 10:55 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX150 | Delayed 10:00 AM 7:35 AMLiverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h20 | 1:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 AM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h15 | 5:05 PM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX133 | On time 11:00 AM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h05 | 6:05 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX183 | On time 1:40 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h30 | 7:10 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX150 | On time 1:45 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h35 | 8:20 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX180 | On time 2:55 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 9h45 | 12:40 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h15 | 12:05 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h30 | 12:15 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 5h20 | 12:15 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX170 · NX465 | On time 7:30 PM Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h25 | 1:55 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h25 | 4:15 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 6h15 | 4:15 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Liverpool to Nottingham run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:49. The fastest bus covers the 82 miles (132 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 82 miles (132 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:49 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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