How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Birmingham start from $12. The average price for this train route is around $21. 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 Nottingham to Birmingham?

The average train ride duration from Nottingham to Birmingham is 1h 16m, covering a distance of 46 miles (73 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Nottingham to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Nottingham to Birmingham at 7:04am. And the latest train departs at 9:43pm.

Train Nottingham to Birmingham from $11

Next train departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:45am	Beeston	1h 10m	9:55am	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	7:37am	Nottingham	1h 18m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:07am	Nottingham	1h 19m	9:26am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Nottingham	1h 16m	4:23pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:41pm	Nottingham	1h 16m	4:57pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:06am	Nottingham	1h 20m	8:26am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Beeston	1h 11m	9:24am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:37am	Nottingham	1h 18m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:07am	Nottingham	1h 17m	9:24am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Nottingham	1h 17m	4:24pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:16pm	Nottingham	1h 8m	5:24pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	12:16pm	Nottingham	1h 5m	1:21pm	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	9:56am	Nottingham	1h 6m	11:02am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	9:56am	Nottingham	1h 39m	11:35am	Coleshill Parkway	No tags
Train	9:56am	Nottingham	1h 6m	11:02am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:41pm	Nottingham	1h 16m	4:57pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Beeston	1h 11m	9:24am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Nottingham	1h 21m	8:25am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:37am	Nottingham	1h 18m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:07am	Nottingham	1h 17m	9:24am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04am	Nottingham	1h 21m	8:25am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Beeston	1h 11m	9:24am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:37am	Nottingham	1h 18m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:07am	Nottingham	1h 17m	9:24am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Nottingham	1h 17m	4:24pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:41pm	Nottingham	1h 16m	4:57pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Beeston	1h 11m	9:24am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Nottingham	1h 21m	8:25am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:37am	Nottingham	1h 18m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:07am	Nottingham	1h 17m	9:24am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Birmingham on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Beeston	1h 15m	8:25am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	8:13am	Beeston	1h 11m	9:24am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Nottingham	1h 21m	8:25am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:37am	Nottingham	1h 18m	8:55am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:07am	Nottingham	1h 17m	9:24am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Nottingham to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

45 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $46	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $64	Average Duration1h 16m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $10	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $12

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nottingham to Birmingham 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 Nottingham to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Birmingham start from $12. The average price for this train route is around $21. 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 Nottingham to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Nottingham to Birmingham is 1h 16m, covering a distance of 46 miles (73 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Nottingham to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Nottingham to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Nottingham to Birmingham at 7:04am. And the latest train departs at 9:43pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$20

12/11

$18

Today

$20

12/13

$18

12/14

$18

12/15

$18

12/16

$20

12/17

$18

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $38 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-12-17.