How much is the train ticket from London to Nottingham?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Nottingham start from R 423. The average price for this train route is around R 1 586. 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 51m, covering a distance of 173 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 46 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 07:05. And the latest train departs at 23:55.

Train London to Nottingham from R 412

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Nottingham on 27 January
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 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	12:33	Carlton	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 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	12:33	Carlton	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 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	12:33	Carlton	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 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	09:33	Carlton	Cheapest
Train	07:35	St Pancras International	1h 33m	09:08	Nottingham	Fastest
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
Train	09:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	11:33	Carlton	No tags

Next departures from London to Nottingham on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:35	St Pancras International	2h 25m	20:00	Carlton	Cheapest
Train	16:35	St Pancras International	1h 32m	18:07	Beeston	Fastest
Train	09:30	St Pancras International	2h 30m	12:00	Carlton	No tags
Train	09:30	St Pancras International	2h 30m	12:00	Carlton	No tags
Train	11:30	St Pancras International	2h 30m	14:00	Carlton	No tags

Next departures from London to Nottingham on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:35	St Pancras International	1h 58m	13:33	Carlton	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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 254, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

176 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 165 - R 2 021	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 423 - R 4 334	Average duration1h 51m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 254 - R 579	Average duration2h 20m	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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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 about the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 423

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

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 423. The average price for this train route is around R 1 586. 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 51m, covering a distance of 173 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 46 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 07:05. And the latest train departs at 23:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

25/01

R 1 902

26/01

R 1 909

Today

R 928

28/01

R 786

29/01

R 786

30/01

R 928

31/01

R 928

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R 928

The cheapest trip from London to Nottingham was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 786

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 786 to R 4 138 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 786, which is on 2026-01-28.