How much is the train ticket from Leicester to Nottingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Nottingham start from $7. The average price for this train route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leicester to Nottingham?

The average train ride duration from Leicester to Nottingham is 44m, covering a distance of 21 miles (33 km). The quickest train can get you there in 19m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators service the Leicester to Nottingham route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 53 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leicester to Nottingham?

The earliest train departs from Leicester to Nottingham at 7:13am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Train Leicester to Nottingham from $6

Next train departures

Next departures for Leicester to Nottingham on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:49am	Syston	41m	8:30am	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	8:49am	Leicester	22m	9:11am	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	7:19am	Leicester	31m	7:50am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:19am	Leicester	31m	7:50am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:41am	Leicester	49m	8:30am	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Nottingham on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:42pm	Leicester	58m	7:40pm	Carlton	Cheapest
Train	8:49am	Leicester	22m	9:11am	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	7:19am	Leicester	31m	7:50am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:19am	Leicester	31m	7:50am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:41am	Leicester	49m	8:30am	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Nottingham on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:51pm	Syston	40m	6:31pm	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	8:49am	Leicester	22m	9:11am	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	7:19am	Leicester	31m	7:50am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:19am	Leicester	31m	7:50am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:41am	Leicester	49m	8:30am	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Nottingham on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:42pm	Leicester	58m	7:40pm	Carlton	Cheapest
Train	8:49am	Leicester	22m	9:11am	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	7:19am	Leicester	31m	7:50am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:19am	Leicester	31m	7:50am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:41am	Leicester	49m	8:30am	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Nottingham on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:42pm	Leicester	58m	7:40pm	Carlton	Cheapest
Train	8:49am	Leicester	22m	9:11am	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	7:19am	Leicester	31m	7:50am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:19am	Leicester	31m	7:50am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:41am	Leicester	49m	8:30am	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Nottingham on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:19am	Leicester	32m	7:51am	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	4:46pm	Leicester	23m	5:09pm	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	7:19am	Leicester	32m	7:51am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:45am	Leicester	29m	8:14am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:45am	Leicester	29m	8:14am	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Nottingham on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:49am	Leicester	49m	10:38am	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	10:25am	Leicester	23m	10:48am	Beeston	Fastest
Train	9:49am	Leicester	49m	10:38am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	10:25am	Leicester	31m	10:56am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	10:25am	Leicester	31m	10:56am	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures for Leicester to Nottingham on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:39pm	Leicester	53m	5:32pm	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	8:49am	Leicester	22m	9:11am	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	7:19am	Leicester	31m	7:50am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:19am	Leicester	31m	7:50am	Nottingham	No tags
Train	7:41am	Leicester	49m	8:30am	Nottingham	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:34 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Leicester to Nottingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Nottingham. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage Duration

22 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$6 - $31	Average Duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $39	Average Duration44m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$4 - $5	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

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. Travelers 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 $7

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leicester to Nottingham 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 Leicester to Nottingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Nottingham start from $7. The average price for this train route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leicester to Nottingham?
The average train ride duration from Leicester to Nottingham is 44m, covering a distance of 21 miles (33 km). The quickest train can get you there in 19m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators service the Leicester to Nottingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 53 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leicester to Nottingham?
The earliest train departs from Leicester to Nottingham at 7:13am. And the latest train departs at 11:59pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/29

$17

11/30

$22

Today

$17

12/02

$9

12/03

$7

12/04

$9

12/05

$9

12/06

$7

The cheapest trip from Leicester to Nottingham was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $7

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

You can expect to pay from $7 to $36 for a train ticket from Leicester to Nottingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2025-12-06.