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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Chichester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, while a train costs an average of £136.
Distance: 237 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£136 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Nottingham to Chichester, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Chichester:
A coach is £86 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Chichester costing on average £136.
Other travel options to Chichester take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 26m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (3h 23m by train vs 3h 36m by car). Tickets start at around £136 compared to roughly £49 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Chichester from Nottingham by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Nottingham to Chichester is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Chichester are London, Portsmouth, Brighton, Southampton and Worthing. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Chichester on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Portsmouth is a waterfront city on England’s south coast, known for its naval heritage and historic dockyard. Its island setting, working harbour and seafront give it a distinctly maritime character, with Old Portsmouth adding older streets and pubs.
Brighton is a lively seaside city known for its pebble beach, Victorian pier and the Royal Pavilion. Its bohemian lanes, independent shops and strong arts scene give it a relaxed but energetic character.
Southampton is a maritime city on England’s south coast, known for its ocean liner history and links to the Titanic. Medieval walls and museums stand near a busy waterfront and modern shopping centre, giving it a lively yet practical feel.
Worthing is a seaside town on the Sussex coast known for its pier, promenade and Regency architecture. It has a calmer feel than Brighton, with beaches, gardens, arts venues and the South Downs close by.
Travel to Chichester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Nottingham to Chichester.
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Chichester:
A coach is £86 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Chichester costing on average £136.
Other travel options to Chichester take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 26m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nottingham and Chichester as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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