Harpenden to Nottingham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

85.6 miles 137.7 km · straight line
100.8 miles actual route 162.3 km · driving distance
1h 57min estimated drive time
£15 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
337° NNW bearing direction

How far is Harpenden from Nottingham?

The distance from Harpenden to Nottingham is 85.6 miles (137.7 km) as the crow flies. Nottingham is located NNW of Harpenden. By car, the driving distance is approximately 100.8 miles, taking about 1h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Harpenden 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 Harpenden to Nottingham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 57min £15 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 20min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 51min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Harpenden & Nottingham

Quick Facts

Harpenden
51.82°N, 0.36°W
Europe/London
107m 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 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 291 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM