How much does a bus ticket from Leicester to Nottingham cost?

The bus ticket price from Leicester to Nottingham starts at R 106. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Leicester to Nottingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Leicester to Nottingham?

The average travel time between Leicester and Nottingham is around 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 36 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Leicester and Nottingham?

The number of buses from Leicester to Nottingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 48 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Leicester to Nottingham by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Leicester to Nottingham?

When taking the bus from Leicester to Nottingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Leicester to Nottingham?

Buses travelling between Leicester and Nottingham leave from St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station or Leicester and arrive at Coach Station, 34 Long Row W, 33 Derby Rd.

Bus Leicester to Nottingham from R 71 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Leicester to Nottingham on 12 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:45	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	06:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	08:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	Fastest
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	17:05	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	No tags
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	45m	01:10	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	02:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:55	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	02:00	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Nottingham on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:45	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	06:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	08:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	Fastest
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	17:05	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	No tags
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	45m	01:10	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	02:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:55	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	02:00	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Nottingham on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:45	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	06:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	08:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	Fastest
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	17:05	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	No tags
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	45m	01:10	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	02:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:55	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	02:00	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Nottingham on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:45	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 5m	06:50	University of Nottingham	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	08:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	Fastest
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	17:05	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	No tags
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	45m	01:10	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	02:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:55	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	02:00	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Nottingham on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:45	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	1h 5m	06:50	University of Nottingham	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	08:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	Fastest
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	17:05	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	No tags
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	45m	01:10	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	02:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:55	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	02:00	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Nottingham on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:45	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	06:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	08:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	Fastest
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	17:05	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	No tags
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	45m	01:10	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	02:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:55	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	02:00	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Leicester to Nottingham on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:45	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	06:35	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	08:50	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	Fastest
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	40m	17:05	Nottingham (Phoenix Park P+R)	No tags
Bus	00:40	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	50m	01:30	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:25	Leicester (Fosse Park)	45m	01:10	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station	45m	02:45	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:55	Leicester (Fosse Park)	1h 5m	02:00	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leicester to Nottingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nottingham. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage duration

36 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 106 - R 276	Average duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 104 - R 677	Average duration44m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 88 - R 89	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to 17 reviews, National Express received a 4.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the ticket access. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 106

National Express Leicester Nottingham recent customer reviews

extremely good and very kind staff, our show in nottingham was cancelled so we had to get an earlier coach and he let us on straight the way after showing our tickets making a stressful situation much better. im unsure of his name otherwise i would name them

Lewis P.

20 April 2019

Staff at Leicester, and drivers, were extremely rude. Staff at Nottingham were very pleasant in comparison.

Andrew R.

11 July 2017

It was easier than expected

Prisca Shum Elad T.

2 September 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511 283 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54 267 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Leicester and Nottingham?

Stops in Leicester

A - St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station

B - Leicester

C - Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound

D - Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop

Stops in Nottingham

A - Coach Station

B - 34 Long Row W

C - 33 Derby Rd

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leicester to Nottingham by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Leicester to Nottingham cost?
The bus ticket price from Leicester to Nottingham starts at R 106. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Leicester to Nottingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Leicester to Nottingham?
The average travel time between Leicester and Nottingham is around 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 36 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Leicester and Nottingham?
The number of buses from Leicester to Nottingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 48 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Leicester to Nottingham by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Leicester to Nottingham?
When taking the bus from Leicester to Nottingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Leicester to Nottingham?
Buses travelling between Leicester and Nottingham leave from St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station or Leicester and arrive at Coach Station, 34 Long Row W, 33 Derby Rd.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/11

R 84

10/11

R 73

Today

R 73

12/11

R 72

13/11

R 72

14/11

R 72

15/11

R 72

16/11

R 72

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Nottingham was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of R 72

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Leicester to Nottingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 72 to R 251 for a bus ticket from Leicester to Nottingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 72, which is on 2025-11-12.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.