How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Birmingham start at $17. The average price for this train route is around $30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Nottingham to Birmingham?

The average train trip from Nottingham to Birmingham takes 1h 16m and covers 73 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 5m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Birmingham?

The earliest train from Nottingham to Birmingham departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 9:42pm.

Train Nottingham to Birmingham from $16

Next train departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:15pm	Nottingham	1h 50m	10:05pm	Coleshill Parkway	Cheapest
Train	8:15pm	Nottingham	1h 6m	9:21pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	9:18pm	Nottingham	1h 10m	10:28pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Nottingham	1h 21m	8:25am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:45am	Beeston	1h 10m	9:55am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:37am	Nottingham	1h 18m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:07am	Nottingham	1h 19m	9:26am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Nottingham	1h 16m	4:23pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:41pm	Nottingham	1h 16m	4:57pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:45am	Beeston	1h 10m	9:55am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Nottingham	1h 21m	8:25am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:37am	Nottingham	1h 18m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:07am	Nottingham	1h 19m	9:26am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:41pm	Nottingham	1h 16m	4:57pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:45am	Beeston	1h 10m	9:55am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Nottingham	1h 21m	8:25am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:37am	Nottingham	1h 18m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:07am	Nottingham	1h 19m	9:26am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:41pm	Nottingham	1h 16m	4:57pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:45am	Beeston	1h 10m	9:55am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Nottingham	1h 21m	8:25am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:37am	Nottingham	1h 18m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:07am	Nottingham	1h 19m	9:26am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:45am	Beeston	1h 10m	9:55am	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	7:04am	Nottingham	1h 21m	8:25am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:37am	Nottingham	1h 18m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:07am	Nottingham	1h 19m	9:26am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Nottingham	1h 16m	4:23pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:12pm	Nottingham	1h 11m	4:23pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	11:16am	Nottingham	1h 5m	12:21pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	9:55am	Nottingham	1h 7m	11:02am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	12:16pm	Nottingham	1h 5m	1:21pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	4:16pm	Nottingham	1h 7m	5:23pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Nottingham to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 20mAverage Duration

72 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $65	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $92	Average Duration1h 16m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $16	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $17

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Birmingham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Birmingham start at $17. The average price for this train route is around $30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Nottingham to Birmingham?
The average train trip from Nottingham to Birmingham takes 1h 16m and covers 73 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 5m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Birmingham departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 9:42pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-28

$36

11-29

$28

Today

$36

12-01

$36

12-02

$16

12-03

$28

12-04

$28

12-05

$25

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Nottingham to Birmingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $52 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-02.