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Compare all timetables for the bus from Leicester to Nottingham

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Leicester to Nottingham from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
$7
tomorrow
Friday
$5
Saturday
$4
Sunday
$5
Monday
$6
Tuesday
$4

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 0h 50m 6:40 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 7:30 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $7
National Express 0h 50m 11:05 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 11:55 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $7
National Express 0h 45m 11:55 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 12:40 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $7
National Express 0h 50m 9:00 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 9:50 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $8
National Express 0h 50m 7:50 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 8:40 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $9

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 5m 1:00 AM Leicester Fosse Park 2:05 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $5
FlixBus 1h 20m 11:55 AM Leicester Fosse Park 1:15 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $5
FlixBus 1h 20m 7:10 PM Leicester Fosse Park 8:30 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $5
National Express 0h 45m 1:05 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 1:50 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $5
National Express 0h 55m 7:40 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 8:35 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $5

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 0h 45m 8:00 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 8:45 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $4
National Express 0h 50m 5:45 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 6:35 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $6
National Express 0h 55m 1:00 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 1:55 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $6
National Express 0h 50m 9:00 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 9:50 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $7
National Express 0h 50m 9:05 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 9:55 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $7

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 0h 45m 8:00 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 8:45 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $5
National Express 0h 50m 5:45 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 6:35 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $6
National Express 0h 55m 1:00 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 1:55 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $6
National Express 0h 50m 12:40 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 1:30 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $7
National Express 1h 5m 3:45 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 4:50 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $7

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 0h 50m 5:45 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 6:35 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $6
National Express 0h 50m 10:35 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 11:25 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $7
National Express 0h 50m 2:05 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 2:55 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $7
National Express 0h 55m 3:45 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 4:40 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $7
National Express 0h 55m 5:10 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 6:05 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $7

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 0h 50m 7:30 PM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 8:20 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $4
FlixBus 1h 5m 1:00 AM Leicester Fosse Park 2:05 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $5
FlixBus 1h 20m 7:10 PM Leicester Fosse Park 8:30 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $5
FlixBus 1h 5m 9:10 PM Leicester Fosse Park 10:15 PM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $5
National Express 0h 50m 5:45 AM Leicester St. Margaret's Bus Station 6:35 AM Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station  Economy $6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Leicester to Nottingham is $4 on 7/28/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Leicester and Nottingham

See here how frequent the connections between Leicester and Nottingham are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 56 daily buses from Leicester to Nottingham. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Leicester and Nottingham.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 76 buses from Leicester to Nottingham, while Night sees the fewest connections between Leicester and Nottingham, with 32 offers.

Facts about the bus from Leicester to Nottingham

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 29 times every day by bus from Leicester to Nottingham in one click! Book your bus ticket from Leicester to Nottingham starting from $4!

Cheapest Bus $4
Fastest Bus 0h 40m
Earliest Bus 6:40 PM
Latest Bus 11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 29 Ø
Distance 22.0 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Leicester to Nottingham

Every day, 29 buses from 2 bus companies leave Leicester for Nottingham: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
$5
Friday 07/24
$5
Saturday 07/25
$4
Sunday 07/26
$5
Monday 07/27
$5
Tuesday 07/28
$4
Wednesday 07/29
$4
Thursday 07/30
$6
Friday 07/31
$5
Saturday 08/01
$5
Sunday 08/02
$5
Monday 08/03
Tuesday 08/04
$6
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
$5
Friday 08/07
$5
Saturday 08/08
$6
Sunday 08/09
$6
Monday 08/10
$5
Tuesday 08/11
Wednesday 08/12
$5
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Leicester to Nottingham

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leicester to Nottingham, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $4, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Leicester to Nottingham. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $5.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leicester to Nottingham, with $4. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $5.

How to save money travelling from Leicester to Nottingham

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Leicester to Nottingham in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Leicester to Nottingham, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Leicester to Nottingham are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Leicester and Nottingham

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Leicester and Nottingham.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Leicester to Nottingham? Compare all modes of transports from Leicester to Nottingham.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Leicester to Nottingham

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Leicester to Nottingham? Or which bus companies serve the route Leicester to Nottingham? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Leicester to Nottingham bus

How much does a Leicester Nottingham bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $4 and takes 0h 50m to reach Nottingham. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Leicester to Nottingham?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $4 and $10. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Nottingham.

On average, how many connections are available from Leicester to Nottingham each day?

Every day, the Leicester to Nottingham bus route is served by approximately 29 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Leicester to Nottingham take?

The fastest bus from Leicester to Nottingham is offered by FlixBus and takes 0h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $6. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leicester to Nottingham?

The earliest bus arriving in Nottingham from Leicester starts at 6:40 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Leicester to Nottingham?

The latest bus trip departing from Leicester for Nottingham starts at 11:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Leicester Nottingham route?

When traveling by bus from Leicester to Nottingham, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Nottingham?

You can check all the direct connections between Leicester and Nottingham by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Leicester to Nottingham bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Leicester Nottingham bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Leicester Nottingham bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Leicester to Nottingham on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Leicester to Nottingham

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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