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Coach from Leicester to Nottingham in 45 mins (fastest journey)
National Express coaches from Leicester to Nottingham run throughout the day with journey times from just 45 minutes, starting from £3.00 one-way*.
Travel in true comfort with a guaranteed seat, ample legroom, generous luggage allowance and free Wi-Fi – that's luxury for less between these East Midlands cities.
Experience the difference for yourself and use the blue journey planner above to book your tickets today.
Coach from Leicester to Nottingham in 45 mins (fastest journey)
National Express coaches from Leicester to Nottingham run throughout the day with journey times from just 45 minutes, starting from £3.00 one-way*.
Travel in true comfort with a guaranteed seat, ample legroom, generous luggage allowance and free Wi-Fi – that's luxury for less between these East Midlands cities.
Experience the difference for yourself and use the blue journey planner above to book your tickets today.
| Leicester to Nottingham journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 45 mins |
| Cheapest price | From £3.00 * |
| Distance (approx) | 48km |
| No. of stops | 0 (other services use further stops) |
| First & last journey daily | 00:40am/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 2 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 12 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
Leicester to Nottingham route map
Departing from Leicester Bus Station
St Margaret's Bus Station offers plenty to keep you comfortable while waiting for your coach. With an onsite coffee shop, newsagents and a convenient cash point, your waiting time will fly by. The central location makes it perfect for exploring Leicester before your journey to Nottingham.
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 to provide a modern transport hub with everything you need upon arrival.
You'll enjoy great access to Nottingham city centre and convenient connections to further travel options, putting you right where you need to be for exploring this vibrant city.
For more information, please visit our Nottingham Coach Station page.
Perfect for:
✅ Business travellers needing quick 45-minute connections between East Midlands cities
✅ Day-trippers wanting hassle-free travel with guaranteed seating
✅ Budget-conscious travellers seeking cheap, affordable intercity transport with comfort
Book your Leicester to Nottingham ticket today and experience the difference with National Express. Our reliable service combines comfort, convenience and great value – making us the smart choice for cheap East Midlands travel.
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 £3.00*.
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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