Nottingham to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

141.7 miles 228 km · straight line
167.2 miles actual route 269.1 km · driving distance
3h 14min estimated drive time
£25 - £31 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
184° S bearing direction

How far is Nottingham from Southampton?

The distance from Nottingham to Southampton is 141.7 miles (228 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located S of Nottingham. By car, the driving distance is approximately 167.2 miles, taking about 3h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. 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 Southampton. 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 Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 14min £25 - £31 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 53min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 4min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Nottingham & Southampton

Quick Facts

Nottingham
52.95°N, 1.16°W
Europe/London
52m elevation
Southampton
50.91°N, 1.40°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 175.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM