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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Southampton is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Southampton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nottingham and arriving at Southampton Central. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Southampton?

The distance between Nottingham and Southampton is 209 miles. The road distance is 166.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 47m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Nottingham to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Southampton bus from?

Nottingham to Southampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Southampton train from?

Nottingham to Southampton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Train, bus or fly from Nottingham to Southampton?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Southampton is to train via London which takes 3h 47m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 30m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £230 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Nottingham to Southampton bus arrive?

Nottingham to Southampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Nottingham to Southampton train arrive?

Nottingham to Southampton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Southampton is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Nottingham to Southampton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intltrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 47m
£87–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
6h 30m
£27–41
Drive 165.3 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Southamptoncar 165.3 mi
2h 53m
£41–59
Fly
1. Fly from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EMA - SOU
5h 5m
£91–230
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Southampton Centraltrain Nottingham - Bournemouth / ...
4h 3m
£85–130

Nottingham to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

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3h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207.3 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Southampton Central via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 30m.

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