How much is the train ticket from London to Nottingham?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Nottingham start from R 448. The average price for this train route is around R 2 039. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from London to Nottingham?

The average train journey time from London to Nottingham is 1h 53m, covering a distance of 172 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the London to Nottingham route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 47 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from London to Nottingham departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:35.

Train London to Nottingham from R 424

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Nottingham on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:05	St Pancras International	1h 46m	10:51	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	09:35	St Pancras International	1h 33m	11:08	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	07:35	St Pancras International	2h 22m	09:57	Carlton	No tags
Train	07:35	St Pancras International	2h 22m	09:57	Carlton	No tags
Train	09:05	St Pancras International	1h 59m	11:04	Carlton	No tags

Next departures from London to Nottingham on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	St Pancras International	1h 36m	09:11	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	16:35	St Pancras International	1h 32m	18:07	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	07:02	St Pancras International	1h 51m	08:53	Carlton	No tags
Train	07:02	St Pancras International	1h 51m	08:53	Carlton	No tags
Train	07:05	St Pancras International	2h 2m	09:07	Carlton	No tags

Next departures from London to Nottingham on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:35	St Pancras International	1h 37m	19:12	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	16:35	St Pancras International	1h 32m	18:07	Beeston	Fastest
Train	11:30	St Pancras International	2h 30m	14:00	Carlton	No tags
Train	11:30	St Pancras International	2h 30m	14:00	Carlton	No tags
Train	15:35	St Pancras International	1h 56m	17:31	Carlton	No tags

Next departures from London to Nottingham on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	St Pancras International	1h 38m	16:43	Beeston	Cheapest
Train	15:35	St Pancras International	1h 33m	17:08	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	07:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	09:33	Carlton	No tags
Train	07:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	09:33	Carlton	No tags
Train	08:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	10:33	Carlton	No tags

Next departures from London to Nottingham on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	St Pancras International	1h 45m	16:50	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	15:35	St Pancras International	1h 33m	17:08	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	07:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	09:33	Carlton	No tags
Train	07:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	09:33	Carlton	No tags
Train	08:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	10:33	Carlton	No tags

Next departures from London to Nottingham on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	St Pancras International	1h 38m	16:43	Beeston	Cheapest
Train	15:35	St Pancras International	1h 33m	17:08	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	07:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	09:33	Carlton	No tags
Train	07:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	09:33	Carlton	No tags
Train	08:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	10:33	Carlton	No tags

Next departures from London to Nottingham on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:05	St Pancras International	1h 38m	16:43	Beeston	Cheapest
Train	15:35	St Pancras International	1h 33m	17:08	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	07:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	09:33	Carlton	No tags
Train	07:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	09:33	Carlton	No tags
Train	08:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	10:33	Carlton	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Nottingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nottingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 192, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

176 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 170 - R 2 094	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 448 - R 4 442	Average duration1h 53m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 192 - R 555	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Nottingham?

London

A
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
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B
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
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C
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
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D
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
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E
London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
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F
Marylebone
Melcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
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Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 448

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Nottingham by train

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

How much is the train ticket from London to Nottingham?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Nottingham start from R 448. The average price for this train route is around R 2 039. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from London to Nottingham?
The average train journey time from London to Nottingham is 1h 53m, covering a distance of 172 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Nottingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 47 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Nottingham?
The earliest train from London to Nottingham departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 1 973

10/12

R 1 971

Today

R 1 997

12/12

R 972

13/12

R 708

14/12

R 967

15/12

R 965

16/12

R 972

The cheapest trip from London to Nottingham was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 708

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

You can expect to pay from R 708 to R 4 310 for a train ticket from London to Nottingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 708, which is on 2025-12-13.