Bus from Cardiff to Nottingham
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Duration 5 hours 00 minutes (fastest time)
Departures Up to 11 services per day
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Cardiff to Nottingham bus details
Our route M38N bus stops at 8 stops between Cardiff and Nottingham. The bus sets off from North Road, Friary Gardens and drops you off at Greyfriars Gate stops (C11 and C12)
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Nottingham
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• WaterFront House, Station Street.
• Nottingham Trent University
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• Nottingham Railway Station
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Broadmarsh Bus Station is closed for redevelopment work.

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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to travel from Cardiff to Nottingham by bus?
The fastest bus from Cardiff to Nottingham takes 5 hours 00 minutes
When is the first bus from Cardiff to Nottingham?
The earliest bus from Cardiff to Nottingham leaves at 00:40
When is the last bus from Cardiff to Nottingham?
The latest bus from Cardiff to Nottingham leaves at 15:30
How many daily bus trips are there from Cardiff to Nottingham?
Megabus runs up to 11 trips per day from Cardiff to Nottingham