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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Nottingham is to bus which costs £19 - £24 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Nottingham is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Upper Parliament Street via Pudding Lane, Chatham and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Nottingham via Ashford International and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Kent to Nottingham?

The distance between Kent and Nottingham is 193 miles. The road distance is 177.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Nottingham without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 19m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Kent to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Nottingham bus from?

Kent to Nottingham bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Chatham station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Nottingham train from?

Kent to Nottingham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Kent to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Kent to Nottingham is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 19m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £24 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Kent to Nottingham bus arrive?

Kent to Nottingham bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Derby station.

Where does the Kent to Nottingham train arrive?

Kent to Nottingham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Nottingham is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Kent to Nottingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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Kent to Nottingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kent to Nottingham by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
3h 19m
£75–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chatham to Derbybus Michalovce
7h 40m
£19–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
5h 7m
£48–72
Drive 176.1 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Nottinghamcar 176.1 mi
3h 5m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
4h 22m
£68–104

Kent to Nottingham by train

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Distance: 191.7 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Nottingham via Ashford International and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 19m. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Chatham to Derby 4 times a week. Tickets cost £13–16 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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