Norwich to Nottingham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

105 miles 169 km · straight line
119.2 miles actual route 191.9 km · driving distance
2h 48min estimated drive time
£18 - £22 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
283° WNW bearing direction

How far is Norwich from Nottingham?

The distance from Norwich to Nottingham is 105 miles (169 km) as the crow flies. Nottingham is located WNW of Norwich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 119.2 miles, taking about 2h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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 Norwich 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 Norwich to Nottingham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 48min £18 - £22 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 22min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 40min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Norwich & Nottingham

Quick Facts

Norwich
52.63°N, 1.30°E
Europe/London
5m 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 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 237.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM