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Coach travel from Leicester to Nottingham
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Coach from Leicester to Nottingham in 45 mins (fastest journey)
Travel in true comfort from St Margaret's Bus Station to Nottingham's Broad Marsh Bus Station from just £3 one-way* on a National Express coach. With a guaranteed seat, ample legroom, a generous luggage allowance and a free Wi-Fi service, you can travel in luxury for less.
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Leicester to Nottingham journey information | |
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Fastest journey time | 45 mins |
Cheapest price | From £3 * |
Distance (approx) | 48km |
No. of stops | 0 (other services use further stops) |
First & last journey daily | 1:00am/23:55pm |
Our Leicester to Nottingham services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 150 service travels up to 5 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Leicester St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
- Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Our 180 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Leicester St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
- Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Our 183 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Leicester St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
- Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Our 195 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- Leicester St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
- Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Our 196 service travels up to 2 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Leicester St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
- Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
- University of Nottingham
Our 230 service travels up to 9 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Leicester St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
- Loughborough, The Rushes
- Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Our 240 service travels up to 2 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Leicester St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
- Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Our 767 service travels up to 2 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Leicester St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
- Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Leicester to Nottingham route map
Departing from Leicester Bus Station
While waiting for your coach, St Margaret's Bus Station has plenty to keep you occupied and comfortable. From an onsite coffee shop and newsagents to a convenient cash point, your time waiting is bound to fly by.
For more information, please see our Leicester Coach Station facilities page.
Arriving at Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
Our coaches arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station. Refurbished in 2022, this modern station has everything you need upon arrival and great access to the city centre and further travel options.
For more information, please visit our Nottingham Coach Station page.
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Leicester Coach Station at 1.00am, arriving at Nottingham Bus Station at 1.50am.
The last coach leaves from Leicester Coach Station at 23.55pm, arriving at Nottingham Bus Station at 0.40am.
A one-way journey from Leicester to Nottingham is available from £3*.
Our fastest coach journeys from Leicester to Nottingham take 45 mins.
We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.
Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.

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T&C: *Limited Availability. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 07.01.2025 for travel between 07.01.2025 - 05.05.2025.