What is the cheapest way to get from Scotland to Nottingham?

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Nottingham is to bus via Leeds which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scotland to Nottingham?

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Nottingham is to fly and train which takes 4h 23m and costs £60 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Nottingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Nottingham via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Scotland to Nottingham?

The distance between Scotland and Nottingham is 309 miles. The road distance is 278.8 miles.

How do I travel from Scotland to Nottingham without a car?

The best way to get from Scotland to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £110 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Scotland to Nottingham?

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Scotland to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Nottingham bus from?

Scotland to Nottingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Nottingham train from?

Scotland to Nottingham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Scotland to Nottingham is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Scotland to Nottingham bus arrive?

Scotland to Nottingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Scotland to Nottingham train arrive?

Scotland to Nottingham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Nottingham is 279 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Scotland to Nottingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Scotland to Nottingham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Scotland to Nottingham?

Book your Scotland to Nottingham bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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Scotland to Nottingham - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 12 ways to get from Scotland to Nottingham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nottinghamtrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
5h 49m
£117–192
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
7h 25m
£32–52
Drive 277.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Nottinghamcar 277.2 mi
4h 50m
£67–97
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
4h 40m
£70–146
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
6h
£112–203
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
8h 30m
£60–150
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Glasgow to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Nottinghamtrain Leeds - Nottingham / ...
9h 36m
£49–87
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
4h 23m
£63–137
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
4h 37m
£102–259
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Ketteringtrain
3. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
4h 55m
£95–210
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
5h 23m
£118–270
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
5h 47m
£128–281

Scotland to Nottingham by train

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Distance: 307.3 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Scotland and Nottingham, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Nottingham via Crewe in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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