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The cheapest and fastest buses from Nottingham to Bath
Showing times and prices for Jan 18
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
194 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nottingham to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Bath will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Nottingham to Bath without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus01:30AM8h55
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station10:25AMBath, Bus Station
$371One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus01:15AM9h10
Nottingham, University of Nottingham10:25AMBath, Bus Station
$371One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus04:25PM7h15
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station11:40PMBath, Bus Station
$431One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus03:45PM7h55
Nottingham, University of Nottingham11:40PMBath, Bus Station
$451One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:40PM7h45
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station08:25PMBath, Bus Station
$491One-way
1 transfer
NX152 · NX100 · BLX3912:45PM5h56
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station06:41PMBath, Bus Station
$781One-way
2 transfers
NX133 · NX100 · BLX3910:40AM6h04
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station04:44PMBath, Bus Station
$731One-way
2 transfers
NX132 · NX100 · BL3905:55PM6h09
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station12:04AMBath, Bus Station
$691One-way
2 transfers
NX150 · NX101 · BLX3908:55AM6h31
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station03:26PMBath, Bus Station
$801One-way
2 transfers
NX450 · NX40306:45PM6h35
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station01:20AMBath, Bus Station
$1111One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Bath
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Bath 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 3h 14m. 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 €12, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 120 miles (194 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€21 Average price Cheapest | €93 Average price |
6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Nottingham to Bath Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 11:27AM | Duration 6h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 03:26PM | Duration 6h31 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 04:44PM | Duration 6h04 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:41PM | Duration 5h56 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 11:08PM | Duration 8h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 12:04AM | Duration 6h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Live departures
Nottingham to Bath bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Bath buses for today, Saturday, January 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 5:59 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 PM Nottingham | 10h50 | 9:20 AM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, January 18 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 9h10 | 10:25 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 8h55 | 10:25 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX465 · NX403 | Delayed 2:45 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h15 | 2:15 PM 2:15 PMBath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX180 · NX101 · BLX39 | On time 4:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h57 | 11:27 AM Bath, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 8h20 | 2:50 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX450 · NX403 | Delayed 3:15 PM 6:35 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h10 | 2:15 PM 2:15 PMBath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 8h05 | 2:50 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX450 · NX403 | Delayed 3:15 PM 7:25 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h50 | 3:15 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX150 · NX101 · BLX39 | 8:55 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h31 | 3:26 PM Bath, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
| NX133 · NX100 · BLX39 | 10:40 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h04 | 4:44 PM Bath, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
| NX450 · NX403 | Delayed 3:15 PM 11:30 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h05 | 6:35 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 8h55 | 8:25 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h45 | 8:25 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX152 · NX100 · BLX39 | 12:45 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h56 | 6:41 PM Bath, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
| NX450 · NX403 | Delayed 3:15 PM 1:00 PMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h20 | 8:20 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX450 · NX403 | Delayed 3:15 PM 2:00 PMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 8h05 | 10:05 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX150 · NX100 · BL39 | 3:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 8h08 | 11:08 PM Bath, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 7h55 | 11:40 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h15 | 11:40 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX450 · NX403 | On time 4:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h55 | 11:25 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX132 · NX100 · BL39 | On time 5:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h09 | 12:04 AM Bath, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
| NX450 · NX403 | On time 6:45 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h35 | 1:20 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Bath
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Buses from Nottingham to Bath run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 120 miles (194 km) distance in 7h 10m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 120 miles (194 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Nottingham to Bath start from as low as $15 (€12) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $26 (€21) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 14 daily trains from Nottingham to Bath with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 7h 10m but the average duration is 6h 12m
Train Operators
- Travel from Nottingham to Bath with National Express
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is National Express.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station and arrive in Bath, Bus Station
- First train typically departs at 01:05 AM and the last at 11:45 PM
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: National Express from Nottingham to BathYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Bath with National Express for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 10m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
National Express frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Bus from Nottingham to Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Bath by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Nottingham to Bath can start from as little as $21 (€17) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Nottingham to Bath is $45 (€36); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Nottingham to Bath is 5 h 52 min to travel the 120 mile (193 km) long trip, with around there are 11 buses per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Nottingham to Bath leaves at 2: 45AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Nottingham to Bath leaves at 9: 15PM.
There are 11 buses a day from Nottingham to Bath which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
For the best Nottingham to Bath bus to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services to Bath from Nottingham to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Nottingham to Bath by bus is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Nottingham to Bath including taking a train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Nottingham to Bath:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Nottingham to Bath for bus company National Express.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Bath are:
- The Roman Baths, an ancient bathing complex and one of the best-preserved Roman sites in the world
- Bath Abbey, a stunning Gothic church known for its fan vaulting and historical significance
- The Royal Crescent, a sweeping crescent-shaped row of Georgian townhouses offering iconic architecture
- Pulteney Bridge, a picturesque bridge lined with shops and offering views of the River Avon
- The Jane Austen Centre, a museum dedicated to the famous author’s life and works in Bath.
The best things to do in Bath include:
- Thermae Bath Spa, a modern spa facility with natural thermal waters and rooftop pool views
- Explore the vibrant stalls and local produce at Bath Farmers' Market
- Enjoy a scenic walk along the Kennet and Avon Canal
- Visit the Fashion Museum to explore historical and contemporary dress
- Take a boat trip on the River Avon for a unique perspective of the city.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Nottingham to Bath depends on the bus company:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Nottingham to Bath, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Nottingham to Bath.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Nottingham to Bath:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Nottingham to Bath:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Nottingham to Bath.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Nottingham to Bath with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Nottingham to Bath with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Nottingham to Bath with the following bus company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nottingham to Bath
Nottingham
Bath
The major bus station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station for your trip from Nottingham to Bath.
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Canal StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14)
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Nottingham, University of Nottingham
Amenities at bus station
ParkingATMWCBike Parkinginformation
The major bus station for arrivals in Bath is Bath, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bath, Bus Station for your trip to Bath from Nottingham.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Southgate StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café and fast food options (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the station.
Accessibility
- Ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Bath, Bus Station
- Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road
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