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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Nottingham is to bus which costs £12 - £55 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Nottingham is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Nottingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Terminal Bus Station station and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Nottingham via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Nottingham?

The distance between Gatwick and Nottingham is 156 miles. The road distance is 161.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Gatwick to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Nottingham bus from?

Gatwick to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Nottingham train from?

Gatwick to Nottingham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Nottingham is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £55 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Gatwick to Nottingham bus arrive?

Gatwick to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick to Nottingham train arrive?

Gatwick to Nottingham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Nottingham is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Gatwick to Nottingham.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Nottingham?

There are 1624+ hotels available in Nottingham.

Gatwick to Nottingham - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Gatwick to Nottingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2h 52m
£36–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230
5h 35m
£12–55
Drive 160.2 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Nottinghamcar 160.2 mi
2h 45m
£40–57

Gatwick to Nottingham by train

223Weekly Trains

2h 52mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.1 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Gatwick, England and Nottingham, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Nottingham via London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £12–55 and the journey takes 5h 35m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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