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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Nottingham is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Nottingham is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Nottingham station. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Nottingham via Liverpool Street station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Essex to Nottingham?

The distance between Essex and Nottingham is 170 miles. The road distance is 125.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Nottingham without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 10m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Essex to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Nottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essex to Nottingham train from?

Essex to Nottingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Essex to Nottingham is to train via London which takes 3h 10m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Essex to Nottingham bus arrive?

Essex to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Essex to Nottingham train arrive?

Essex to Nottingham train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Essex to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Nottingham is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Essex to Nottingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to London Liverpool Streettrain Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
3h 10m
£77–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
5h 36m
£24–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
4h 48m
£40–57
Drive 125.2 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Nottinghamcar 125.2 mi
2h 37m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Leicestertrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leicester to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
5h 5m
£67–103

Essex to Nottingham by train and subway

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Distance: 169.4 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Nottingham via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tye Green Post Office to Broad Marsh Bus Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 5h 36m.

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