How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Manchester start from R 307. The average price for this train route is around R 639. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Manchester?

The average train journey time from Nottingham to Manchester is 1h 52m, covering a distance of 94 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 46m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Manchester route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from East Midlands Railway , Northern .

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

The earliest train from Nottingham to Manchester departs at 07:23. And the latest train departs at 22:43.

Which 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.

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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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.

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.

Train Nottingham to Manchester from R 291

Next train departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Manchester on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:45	Nottingham	1h 50m	17:35	Manchester Piccadilly	CheapestFastest
Train	16:20	Carlton	2h 15m	18:35	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	18:27	Carlton	2h 9m	20:36	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	16:45	Nottingham	1h 50m	18:35	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	17:45	Nottingham	1h 50m	19:35	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Manchester on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:45	Nottingham	1h 50m	18:35	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:46	Nottingham	1h 49m	09:35	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	08:29	Netherfield	2h 6m	10:35	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	10:19	Carlton	2h 16m	12:35	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	18:19	Carlton	2h 17m	20:36	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Manchester on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:52	Carlton	2h 44m	12:36	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	18:08	Carlton	2h 24m	20:32	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	11:08	Carlton	2h 28m	13:36	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	12:08	Carlton	2h 28m	14:36	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	13:08	Carlton	2h 28m	15:36	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Manchester on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:21	Netherfield	2h 14m	21:35	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:29	Carlton	2h 6m	09:35	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	08:29	Carlton	2h 6m	10:35	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Manchester on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:45	Nottingham	1h 50m	17:35	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:45	Nottingham	1h 50m	09:35	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	08:45	Nottingham	1h 50m	10:35	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	09:45	Nottingham	1h 50m	11:35	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	16:45	Nottingham	1h 50m	18:35	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Manchester on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:45	Nottingham	1h 50m	11:35	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	07:45	Nottingham	1h 50m	09:35	Manchester Piccadilly	Fastest
Train	07:29	Carlton	2h 6m	09:35	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	08:29	Carlton	2h 6m	10:35	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags
Train	19:21	Netherfield	2h 14m	21:35	Manchester Piccadilly	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 R 268, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

93 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 167 - R 1 422	Average duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 307 - R 1 501	Average duration1h 52m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 268 - R 268	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

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

Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Manchester 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 Nottingham to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Manchester start from R 307. The average price for this train route is around R 639. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Nottingham to Manchester is 1h 52m, covering a distance of 94 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 46m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Manchester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from East Midlands Railway, Northern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Manchester?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Manchester departs at 07:23. And the latest train departs at 22:43.
Which 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.
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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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.
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

10/12

R 358

11/12

R 481

Today

R 482

13/12

R 482

14/12

R 796

15/12

R 792

16/12

R 302

17/12

R 391

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Manchester was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 302

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 R 302 to R 1 449 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 R 302, which is on 2025-12-16.