How to Get from Nottingham to Manchester
Nottingham to Manchester is 82 km in a straight line. The trip takes 2h 45m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Nottingham to Manchester by price and travel time (route calculated on 4 November 2026).
- First bus at 06:55, last at 18:05
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Nottingham to Manchester. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 45m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 82 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
82 km in a straight line
Nottingham to Manchester: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Nottingham → Manchesterbus
FlixBus·2h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Cheapest Flight Fare by Month, Nottingham to Manchester
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €64 | |
| December 2026 | €57 | |
| January 2027 | €56 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from Nottingham to Manchester
FlixBus publishes departures from 06:55 to 18:05.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 06:55 | 18:05 |
All departures
- 06:55
- 07:55
- 14:05
- 15:05
- 17:05
- 18:05
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
How the Trip from Nottingham to Manchester Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 4 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Nottingham to Manchester, about 2h 45m. In total it's roughly €12 over 2h 45m, direct, no transfers.
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Nottingham to Manchester: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Nottingham to Manchester?
Routavio's route check on 4 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 2h 45m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Nottingham to Manchester?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 06:55 and the last at 18:05, from Nottingham Broad Marsh, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Nottingham to Manchester leave from?
Nottingham Broad Marsh with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Manchester from Nottingham?
About 82 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Nottingham to Manchester cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €12. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Nottingham to Manchester?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Manchester?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 4 Nov 2026