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Nottingham Contemporary
Major contemporary art gallery with changing international exhibitions, talks, and events in the Lace Market.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Middlesbrough to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Nottingham will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 2 buses that leave Middlesbrough for Nottingham on Fri, Jun 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 181 km distance in an average of 8 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 9 h 5 m 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. 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 $20, and a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 112 miles (181 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m 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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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Middlesbrough to Nottingham:
A bus is $66 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Middlesbrough to Nottingham costing on average $94 (€76).
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 34m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€22) compared to roughly $46 (€37) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€15). The journey takes 3h 34m versus 2h 25m 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 National Express, Megabus.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Nottingham buses for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX172 · NX465 | 6:50 PM Middlesbrough, Bus Station | 7h05 | 1:55 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
![]() | 8:35 AM Middlesbrough | 7h05 | 3:40 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Middlesbrough | 9h05 | 12:25 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Middlesbrough to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 21:26. The fastest bus covers the 112 miles (181 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 9:26 PM |
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Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
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