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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Nottingham is to train and bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Nottingham is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Nottingham station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Nottingham via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Nottingham?

The distance between Portsmouth and Nottingham is 203 miles. The road distance is 178.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Portsmouth to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Nottingham bus from?

Portsmouth to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Nottingham train from?

Portsmouth to Nottingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train, bus or fly from Portsmouth to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Nottingham is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £100 and takes 6h 27m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £220 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Nottingham bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Portsmouth to Nottingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Nottingham is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Portsmouth to Nottingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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Portsmouth to Nottingham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Portsmouth to Nottingham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
4h 1m
£91–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
6h 27m
£29–97
Drive 177.4 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Nottinghamcar 177.4 mi
3h 10m
£44–63
Fly to East Midlands Airport
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane SOU - EMA
6h 31m
£94–219
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Wokingtrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
6h 45m
£35–71
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
5h 50m
£123–255

Portsmouth to Nottingham by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 201.7 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Nottingham via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Broad Marsh Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 27m.

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