How to travel from Glasgow to Nottingham

There are 2 options to travel between Glasgow and Nottingham including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Nottingham is a bus with an average price of €31.

This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Nottingham:

A bus is €82 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Nottingham costing on average €113.

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Nottingham is by train with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 55m.

The distance from Glasgow to Nottingham is approximately 236 miles (381 km).

The average frequency per day from Glasgow to Nottingham is:

• Around 9 buses per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow and Nottingham as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Glasgow to Nottingham:

• Trains mostly depart from Glasgow Central (GLC) and arrive in Nottingham station (NOT).
• Buses mostly depart from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station and arrive in Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Glasgow to Nottingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to Nottingham by bus.
• Travel with Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express to go to Nottingham by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Glasgow to Nottingham:

• 2 direct buses per day with National Express.

Omio customers who travel from Glasgow to Nottingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, Leicester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nottingham and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Nottingham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Nottingham, you can explore Old Market Square for shopping and dining, enjoy birdwatching at Attenborough Nature Reserve, and catch performances at Nottingham Playhouse. Visit Green's Windmill and Science Centre for interactive exhibits and stroll through The Arboretum. Notable sights include Nottingham Castle with its panoramic views and museum, Wollaton Hall housing the Natural History Museum, The City of Caves, Nottingham Contemporary art gallery, and the historic Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem pub.

To fully experience Nottingham's key attractions, such as Nottingham Castle, the City of Caves, and Wollaton Hall, a 2 to 3-day stay is recommended.