About this bus lane
Sourced directly from Nottingham City Council's official open-data Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) dataset (ArcGIS geoportal).
Sourced from Nottingham City Council's official open-data Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) dataset.
Who can use it
- Buses
- Taxis
- Pedal cycles
Not permitted
- Cars
- Vans
- Motorcycles
- Private hire vehicles
Where exactly is it?
Farnborough Road, Nottingham. View on Google Maps →
Got a PCN from this camera?
Don't panic, and don't ignore it. Pay £30 within 14 days to halve the charge — or if the signage was unclear, the details are wrong, or you had a genuine reason to be in the lane, consider challenging it first. Our step-by-step appeal guide covers the grounds that actually win.
Frequently asked questions
What are the operating times of the Farnborough Road bus lane?
The Farnborough Road Bus Lane in Nottingham operates 7.30am to 9.30am, Monday to Friday. Outside these hours, general traffic may use the road normally.
How much is the fine for driving through the Farnborough Road bus lane?
Nottingham City Council issues a Penalty Charge Notice of £60, reduced to £30 if paid within 14 days. There are no penalty points — it is a civil penalty.
Who is allowed to use the Farnborough Road bus lane?
Buses, taxis and pedal cycles are permitted. Not permitted: cars, vans, motorcycles and private hire vehicles.
Can I appeal a PCN from the Farnborough Road bus lane?
Yes, and it costs nothing. Make formal representations to Nottingham City Council first — the authority that issued the PCN has to consider them before it can enforce the penalty. If Nottingham City Council rejects them it must issue a Notice of Rejection, and you can then appeal free to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal. Its adjudicators are lawyers independent of the enforcing authority, and their decision is binding on both sides. The grounds that win here are that your vehicle was not in the bus lane during its operating times (Mon-Fri 7.30am-9.30am), that it was an exempt vehicle, or that the signage did not make the restriction clear. Note that paying the £30 discounted rate accepts liability and closes the case, so challenge before you pay.