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National Justice Museum
Interactive justice museum in a former courthouse and jail, bringing crime, punishment, and courtroom history to life in atmospheric historic buildings.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Reading to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Nottingham will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.
It's difficult to get from Reading to Nottingham without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Reading to Nottingham run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 4h 35m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Reading to Nottingham.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:27AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 5h43 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:27AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h58 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:22AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 6h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:27AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 5h58 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:57AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h53 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:23AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 6h17 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:26AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 6h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:56AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 6h49 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:43AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 6h02 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:56AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 6h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:56PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 6h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:03PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 6h02 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:23PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h57 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:26PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h54 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:56PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 6h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:43PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 5h42 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:44PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 6h06 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:26PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 6h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:18PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 5h37 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:43PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 6h12 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:49PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 6h06 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:56PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:26PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 6h04 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:31PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 5h59 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:03PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 5h42 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:03PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 5h42 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:03PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 6h47 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:03PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 10h52 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Nottingham buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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RRRA1 · NX230 | 5:56 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 5h59 | 11:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX230 | 7:26 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h04 | 1:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX230 | 9:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 5h42 | 2:45 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX230 | 10:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h47 | 4:50 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX025 · NX450 | 11:03 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 11h12 | 10:15 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
RRRA1 · NX030 · NX450 | 3:20 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h55 | 10:15 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
RRRA1 · NX230 | 5:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h00 | 11:25 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX230 | 6:45 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 5h45 | 12:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX240 | 7:22 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h03 | 1:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX230 | 9:05 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 5h50 | 2:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX230 | 10:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h15 | 4:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX230 | 11:45 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h20 | 6:05 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX230 | 1:05 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h25 | 7:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX240 | 2:25 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h15 | 8:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
RRRA1 · NX230 | 3:44 PM Reading, Blagrave Street | 6h06 | 9:50 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Reading to Nottingham with National Express and FlixBus. Overnight buses available on this route with National Express and FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Interactive justice museum in a former courthouse and jail, bringing crime, punishment, and courtroom history to life in atmospheric historic buildings.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted church, known for changing exhibitions, talks, and a strong role in Nottingham's modern visual culture.
University museum with world-class archaeology, natural history, and art collections. A scholarly but accessible stop with strong family appeal.
Grand central square framed by civic buildings, fountains, and events. It is the natural starting point for exploring Nottingham's shopping streets and history.
Historic quarter of red-brick warehouses, showrooms, and hidden courtyards. A must for architecture, independent venues, and understanding the lace trade.
Large historic deer park around Wollaton Hall with lakes, woodland walks, and broad lawns. Ideal for nature, photography, and skyline views.
A soft white cob filled with chips, often with salt, vinegar, and sauce. It is a classic Midlands takeaway snack strongly associated with local eating habits.
A large pork pie linked to nearby Melton Mowbray in the East Midlands, prized for its hand-raised crust and seasoned uncured pork filling.
Blue Stilton from nearby Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands is a famous crumbly blue cheese with a rich, salty taste and protected heritage status.
Refined modern tasting menus in elegant surroundings. One of Nottingham’s best-known fine dining destinations for seasonal British cooking.
Popular specialist venue for authentic Indian street food and dosas. Casual, lively, and widely praised by locals and visitors.
Well-regarded modern British restaurant in the Lace Market, known for polished cooking, cocktails, and a stylish yet relaxed setting.
Moderate for a UK city: hotels and dining are cheaper than London, while buses, coffee, and casual meals are fairly priced for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Broadmarsh Bus Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
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Most Reading to Nottingham buses use the Reading, Blagrave Street to Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R). Use this guide to compare Reading and Nottingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Reading, Blagrave Street has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading, Blagrave Street: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
Available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) is 5 km from Nottingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R). ATMs are available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R).
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R).
Available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R): Wheelchair accessible paths available.
Nottingham, University of Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, WC, and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham.
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham, University of Nottingham: Bike Parking.
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