Leighton Buzzard to Nottingham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

74.8 miles 120.3 km · straight line
89.9 miles actual route 144.7 km · driving distance
1h 48min estimated drive time
£14 - £17 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Leighton Buzzard from Nottingham?

The distance from Leighton Buzzard to Nottingham is 74.8 miles (120.3 km) as the crow flies. Nottingham is located NNW of Leighton Buzzard. By car, the driving distance is approximately 89.9 miles, taking about 1h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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 Leighton Buzzard 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 Leighton Buzzard to Nottingham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 48min £14 - £17 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 10min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 43min $11–$31* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leighton Buzzard & Nottingham

Quick Facts

Leighton Buzzard
51.92°N, 0.66°W
Europe/London
97m 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 25 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 333.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM