Leicester to Nottingham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

22 miles 35.4 km · straight line
27.5 miles actual route 44.2 km · driving distance
41min estimated drive time
£4 - £5 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
358° N bearing direction

How far is Leicester from Nottingham?

The distance from Leicester to Nottingham is 22 miles (35.4 km) as the crow flies. Nottingham is located N of Leicester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 27.5 miles, taking about 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Nottingham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 41min £4 - £5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Leicester & Nottingham

Quick Facts

Leicester
52.64°N, 1.14°W
Europe/London
63m 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 7 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM