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

The cheapest way to get from Stansted to Nottingham is to bus which costs £23 - £80 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stansted to Nottingham is to train via Ebbsfleet International which takes 2h 46m and costs £90 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Stansted and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Stansted to Nottingham station. However, there are services departing from Flagstone Paving and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station via The Portobello Inn and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Stansted and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Stansted to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Ebbsfleet International and arriving at Nottingham via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Stansted to Nottingham?

The distance between Stansted and Nottingham is 158 miles. The road distance is 159.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stansted to Nottingham without a car is to train via Ebbsfleet International which takes 2h 46m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Stansted to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Nottingham bus from?

Stansted to Nottingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Nottingham train from?

Stansted to Nottingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train or bus from Stansted to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Stansted to Nottingham is to train via Ebbsfleet International which takes 2h 46m and costs £90 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £80 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Stansted to Nottingham bus arrive?

Stansted to Nottingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Stansted to Nottingham train arrive?

Stansted to Nottingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Stansted to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted to Nottingham is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Stansted to Nottingham.

Where can I stay near Nottingham?

There are 1791+ hotels available in Nottingham.

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

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Train via Ebbsfleet International
best
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2h 46m
£93–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
5h 31m
£24–79
Drive 158.3 mi
1. Drive from Stansted to Nottinghamcar 158.3 mi
2h 47m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Borough Green & Wrotham to London Bridgetrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
4h 7m
£75–127
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Borough Green & Wrotham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Airport Bus Stationbus A1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
6h 31m
£43–90

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Distance: 157 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottingham hourly. Tickets cost £60–95 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Broad Marsh Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 3h 10m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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