Is Nottingham worth visiting?

Yes, especially for the castle and caves.

Yes, it is on the edge of the Greater London area.

Diss

Nottingham

Train Driving

Diss to Nottingham

Updated: 28 May 2026

Nottingham is located approximately 200 kilometers from Diss. The most efficient driving route is via the A14 and M1, taking about 3 hours. By train, you travel from Diss to London Liverpool Street, then take the tube to St Pancras for a direct train to Nottingham. Nottingham is a historic city with excellent shopping and leisure facilities.

Total Distance: 200 km driving distance; 175 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving is the fastest, taking roughly 3 hours.

Cheapest Way

Driving is the most cost-effective for this distance.

Compare Diss to Nottingham Routes

	Train Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	3 hours 45 mins	3 hours
Avg Price	70-110 GBP	45-60 GBP
Operator	Greater Anglia / East Midlands Railway	N/A
Route	Diss to London, then train from St Pancras to Nottingham.	A14 to the M1, then exit at junction 24 or 25.
Tip	East Midlands Railway is very frequent.	The M1 is very busy; check for accidents before departing.

Travel Tips

Traffic
The M1 can be slow; use a navigation app for live updates.
Train
East Midlands Railway is the best way to reach Nottingham from St Pancras.
Parking
Use the town center car parks for easy access.
Navigation
Nottingham has busy roads; drive carefully.
Tickets
Book train tickets in advance to save money.