Nottingham to Portsmouth, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

149 miles 239.8 km · straight line
184.7 miles actual route 297.2 km · driving distance
3h 29min estimated drive time
£28 - £34 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
179° S bearing direction

How far is Nottingham from Portsmouth, United Kingdom?

The distance from Nottingham to Portsmouth, United Kingdom is 149 miles (239.8 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, United Kingdom is located S of Nottingham. By car, the driving distance is approximately 184.7 miles, taking about 3h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Nottingham and Portsmouth, United Kingdom. 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 Nottingham to Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 29min £28 - £34 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 11min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 19min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Nottingham & Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Nottingham
52.95°N, 1.16°W
Europe/London
52m elevation
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
50.80°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
6m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 167.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM