Train from Nottingham to Manchester: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Manchester on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Nottingham
Manchester PiccadillyCheapest
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Nottingham
Manchester PiccadillyFastest
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Netherfield
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Carlton
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
East Midlands RailwayTrain
Carlton
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Nottingham to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 50mAverage Duration
93 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$15 - $118Average Duration7h 20m
2kg CO₂e
Average Price$26 - $125Average Duration1h 52m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$23 - $23Average Duration1h 50m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Manchester by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Manchester?

    The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Manchester start at $26. The average price for this train route is around $65. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Nottingham to Manchester?

    The average train trip from Nottingham to Manchester takes 1h 52m and covers 94 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 46m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Manchester route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from East Midlands Railway, Northern.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Manchester?

    The earliest train from Nottingham to Manchester departs at 7:23am. The latest train departs at 10:43pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Nottingham to Manchester?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Nottingham to Manchester?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Nottingham to Manchester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Nottingham to Manchester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11-26
$64
11-27
$25
Today
$27
11-29
$51
11-30
$27
12-01
$36
12-02
$32
12-03
$25
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Nottingham to Manchester was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $119 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-03.

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