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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Nottingham is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 30m.

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 11m 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 Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

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.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Nottingham?

The distance between Portsmouth and Nottingham is 203 miles. The road distance is 178.8 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 and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 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 and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 30m, you could also fly, which costs £95 - £250 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Nottingham bus arrive?

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

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 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Portsmouth to Nottingham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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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
£84–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
6h 30m
£26–42
Drive 177.7 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Nottinghamcar 177.7 mi
3h 11m
£44–64
Fly
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane SOU - EMA
7h 42m
£98–245
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from City Shops South to Central Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
6h 42m
£88–138

Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA) flights

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Distance: 201.7 mi
Duration: 4h

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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport in around 6h 30m.

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