Hemel Hempstead to Nottingham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

88.2 miles 142 km · straight line
104.6 miles actual route 168.4 km · driving distance
1h 59min estimated drive time
£16 - £20 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
340° NNW bearing direction

How far is Hemel Hempstead from Nottingham?

The distance from Hemel Hempstead to Nottingham is 88.2 miles (142 km) as the crow flies. Nottingham is located NNW of Hemel Hempstead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 104.6 miles, taking about 1h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. 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 Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead to Nottingham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 59min £16 - £20 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 23min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~1h 53min $13–$37* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hemel Hempstead & Nottingham

Quick Facts

Hemel Hempstead
51.75°N, 0.45°W
Europe/London
138m 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 282.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM