- Must visit
Nottingham Contemporary
Major contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market with changing international exhibitions, talks, and events in a striking modern building.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sutton in Ashfield to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 12 miles (20 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sutton in Ashfield to Nottingham:
A bus is $0.94 (€0.77) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sutton in Ashfield to Nottingham costing on average $8 (€6).
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 13m.
You'll arrive about -1h -35m sooner (1h 13m by bus vs 38m by car) and save roughly $-1.40 (€-1.15) compared to fuel and tolls ($7 (€6) vs $6 (€5)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Trent Barton, Stagecoach East Midlands.
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 Stagecoach East Midlands | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 05:29AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 05:33AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 05:47AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 06:03AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Stagecoach East Midlands | Departure Time 06:12AM | Arrival Time 08:31AM | Duration 2h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 06:16AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 06:17AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 06:33AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 06:42AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 06:46AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 06:51AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h29 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 06:56AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 06:58AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 07:03AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Stagecoach East Midlands | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:24AM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 07:12AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 07:21AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h29 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 07:28AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 07:42AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 07:56AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h24 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 07:58AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:01AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:11AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Stagecoach East Midlands | Departure Time 08:12AM | Arrival Time 10:31AM | Duration 2h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:13AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:26AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h24 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:31AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:41AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:43AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:01AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:08AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Stagecoach East Midlands | Departure Time 09:12AM | Arrival Time 11:31AM | Duration 2h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:13AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:21AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:31AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:41AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:43AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 0h57 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:51AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Trent Barton | Departure Time 10:01AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Sutton in Ashfield to Nottingham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 15:59, the last at 18:10. The fastest bus covers the 12 miles (20 km) distance in 57m.
Distance 12 miles (20 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 57m |
First bus 3:59 PM |
Last bus 6:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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.
Official public transport app
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sutton in Ashfield to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need