Bournemouth to Nottingham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

157.5 miles 253.5 km · straight line
195.1 miles actual route 314 km · driving distance
3h 41min estimated drive time
£30 - £36 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
11° N bearing direction

How far is Bournemouth from Nottingham?

The distance from Bournemouth to Nottingham is 157.5 miles (253.5 km) as the crow flies. Nottingham is located N of Bournemouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 195.1 miles, taking about 3h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. 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. 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Nottingham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 41min £30 - £36 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 25min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 30min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bournemouth & Nottingham

Quick Facts

Bournemouth
50.72°N, 1.88°W
Europe/London
0m 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 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 158.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM