Barnstaple to Nottingham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

178.8 miles 287.8 km · straight line
228.8 miles actual route 368.2 km · driving distance
4h 18min estimated drive time
£35 - £43 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
42° NE bearing direction

How far is Barnstaple from Nottingham?

The distance from Barnstaple to Nottingham is 178.8 miles (287.8 km) as the crow flies. Nottingham is located NE of Barnstaple. By car, the driving distance is approximately 228.8 miles, taking about 4h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Barnstaple and Nottingham. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Barnstaple to Nottingham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 18min £35 - £43 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 10min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 5min $27–$80* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barnstaple & Nottingham

Quick Facts

Barnstaple
51.08°N, 4.06°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
Nottingham
52.95°N, 1.16°W
Europe/London
52m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 60 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 139.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM