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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
$20
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 51 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Southampton to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Nottingham will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 5 buses that leave Southampton for Nottingham on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 229 km distance in an average of 7 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 9 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 22m. 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 $16, and a train costs an average of $45.
Distance: 142 miles (229 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $119 Average price | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Southampton to Nottingham:
A bus is $94 (€77) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Nottingham costing on average $119 (€97).
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 1m.
Tickets start at around $25 (€21) compared to roughly $61 (€50) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $35 (€29). The journey takes 5h 1m versus 3h 16m 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 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 National Express | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 7h14 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 6h59 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 6h54 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Nottingham buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:05 AM Southampton | 7h10 | 12:15 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Southampton | 6h59 | 11:59 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Southampton | 7h00 | 12:15 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Southampton | 7h05 | 2:05 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Southampton to Nottingham run on average 21 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 21:25. The fastest bus covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 142 miles (229 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 21 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 1:45 AM |
Last bus 9:25 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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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