How to travel from Nottingham to Southampton

There are 2 options to travel between Nottingham and Southampton including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Southampton is a bus with an average price of $22 (€18).

This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Southampton:

A bus is $75 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Southampton costing on average $97 (€78).

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Southampton is by train with an average journey time of 4h 33m.

Other travel options to Southampton take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 10m.

The distance from Nottingham to Southampton is approximately 142 miles (229 km).

The average frequency per day from Nottingham to Southampton is:

• Around 17 buses per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nottingham and Southampton as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nottingham to Southampton:

• Trains mostly depart from Nottingham station (NOT) and arrive in Southampton Central (SOU).
• Buses mostly depart from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station and arrive in Southampton, Coach Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nottingham to Southampton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, Trent Barton to go to Southampton by bus.
• Travel with CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country to go to Southampton by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Nottingham to Southampton with the following travel companies:

• 0 direct buses per day with Megabus.
• 0 direct trains per day with Cross Country.

Omio customers who travel from Nottingham to Southampton often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Longford, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Southampton and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Southampton to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Southampton, you can explore the New Forest National Park for hiking and wildlife spotting, take the Hythe Ferry for a scenic trip, or shop at Westquay Shopping Centre. Enjoy the vibrant Ocean Village Marina with its dining and leisure options, or relax in Southampton Common. For cultural experiences, visit the Tudor House and Garden, SeaCity Museum, Southampton City Art Gallery, Solent Sky Museum, and catch a performance at the Mayflower Theatre.

To fully explore Southampton, including its maritime attractions, cultural sites, and local experiences, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.