Cardiff to Nottingham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

133 miles 214 km · straight line
159.7 miles actual route 257 km · driving distance
3h 9min estimated drive time
£24 - £30 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
39° NE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Nottingham?

The distance from Cardiff to Nottingham is 133 miles (214 km) as the crow flies. Nottingham is located NE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 159.7 miles, taking about 3h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Nottingham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 9min £24 - £30 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 47min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 0min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Nottingham

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m 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 44 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 187.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM