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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Nottingham is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Nottingham is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Friar Lane via Donington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Nottingham via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Southampton to Nottingham?

The distance between Southampton and Nottingham is 208 miles. The road distance is 166.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Nottingham without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 49m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Southampton to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Nottingham bus from?

Southampton to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Nottingham train from?

Southampton to Nottingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Southampton to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Southampton to Nottingham is to train via London which takes 3h 49m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 5m, you could also fly, which costs £100 - £250 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Southampton to Nottingham bus arrive?

Southampton to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southampton to Nottingham train arrive?

Southampton to Nottingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Nottingham is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Southampton to Nottingham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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Southampton to Nottingham - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Southampton to Nottingham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
3h 49m
£94–175
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
6h 40m
£25–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Donington Parkbus D13
5h 5m
£33–77
Drive 165.3 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Nottinghamcar 165.3 mi
2h 54m
£41–59
Fly to East Midlands Airport
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane SOU - EMA
5h 38m
£101–249
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
4h 15m
£103–150
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
4h 59m
£115–227

Southampton to Nottingham by train

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207.3 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Nottingham via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Donington Park twice a week. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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