Removals Leeds to Nottingham
75 miles · 1.5-2 hours drive · From £250
About This Route
Nottingham is about 75 miles south of Leeds, connected directly by the M1 for a journey of 1.5-2 hours. It's a popular route for university moves (both cities have major universities), professional relocations, and family moves. The M1 provides a quick, reliable corridor with no single carriageway sections to slow you down.
Route Details
The route follows the M1 south from Leeds through Wakefield, past Sheffield and Chesterfield, to Nottingham. Junction 26 serves the western side of Nottingham (Beeston, university campus), while Junction 24 provides access to the city centre and the eastern suburbs. The entire route is motorway with good services. The journey rarely takes more than 2 hours even with moderate traffic.
Choosing the Right Van
LWB Van
~10 cubic metres
Studio flat, single room, or small delivery
Sprinter Van
~14 cubic metres
1-2 bed flat with standard furniture and boxes
Luton Van
~20 cubic metres
Full house removal, 2-3 bedrooms with all contents
Tips for This Route
- The M1 past Sheffield (Junctions 32-35) can slow during rush hours — mid-morning departure avoids this
- Nottingham has a workplace parking levy in the city centre — relevant if you're moving to a commercial address
- For student area deliveries (Lenton, Dunkirk), weekday mornings have the best parking availability
- Junction 26 provides the quickest access to the university campus and Beeston area
Quick Facts
- From
- Leeds
- To
- Nottingham
- Distance
- 75 miles
- Drive Time
- 1.5-2 hours
- Typical Cost
- £250-£500
What's Included
- Dedicated van — your load only
- Goods-in-transit insurance
- Door-to-door collection & delivery
- Fixed total price — no extras
- 2-man crew available
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Leeds to Nottingham move cost?
An LWB van for a studio or single room starts from £250. A Sprinter van for a 1-2 bed flat is typically £300-400. A Luton van with two-man team for a full house is £400-500. Fixed prices with no extras — the M1 route is efficient and keeps costs reasonable.
Is the M1 reliable for this route?
The M1 between Leeds and Nottingham is generally reliable. The only regular congestion point is around Junction 32-33 (Sheffield/Rotherham) during rush hours. Smart motorway sections have improved flow. We schedule departures to avoid the worst of the Sheffield-area traffic, and the journey is rarely more than 2 hours.
Do you cover the University of Nottingham campus area?
Yes, we cover the University Park campus (Junction 26 access), Jubilee Campus, and all the student areas including Lenton, Dunkirk, Beeston, and Radford. These areas have typical student terraces and we're well practised with the parking and access challenges. Student room moves from Leeds start at £250.
Can you do a Nottingham to Leeds move as well?
Yes, we handle moves in both directions. If you're relocating from Nottingham to Leeds, the same fixed pricing applies. Just let us know your Nottingham collection address and your Leeds destination, and we'll quote accordingly. The M1 northbound is just as straightforward.
Ready to Move from Leeds to Nottingham?
Get a fixed price for your Leeds to Nottingham move. No mileage extras, no shared loads — just a straight-forward quote.