How much is the train ticket from Nottingham to Lincoln?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Lincoln start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $18. 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 Lincoln?

The average train ride duration from Nottingham to Lincoln is 59m, covering a distance of 29 miles (47 km). The quickest train can get you there in 46m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators service the Nottingham to Lincoln route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Nottingham to Lincoln at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 10:43pm.

Train Nottingham to Lincoln from $8

Next train departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Lincoln on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:41pm	Carlton	54m	8:35pm	Lincoln	Cheapest
Train	6:39pm	Carlton	50m	7:29pm	Lincoln	Fastest
Train	7:37am	Nottingham	59m	8:36am	Lincoln	No tags
Train	8:33am	Nottingham	1h	9:33am	Lincoln	No tags
Train	9:35am	Nottingham	52m	10:27am	Lincoln	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Lincoln on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:27pm	Nottingham	50m	1:17pm	Lincoln	Cheapest
Train	10:24am	Nottingham	50m	11:14am	Lincoln	Fastest
Train	9:33am	Nottingham	1h 7m	10:40am	Lincoln	No tags
Train	11:25am	Nottingham	1h 6m	12:31pm	Lincoln	No tags
Train	1:37pm	Nottingham	50m	2:27pm	Lincoln	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Lincoln on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:34pm	Nottingham	1h 1m	8:35pm	Lincoln	Cheapest
Train	6:39pm	Carlton	50m	7:29pm	Lincoln	Fastest
Train	7:37am	Nottingham	59m	8:36am	Lincoln	No tags
Train	8:33am	Nottingham	1h	9:33am	Lincoln	No tags
Train	9:35am	Nottingham	52m	10:27am	Lincoln	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:18 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Nottingham to Lincoln

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lincoln. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

42 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $29	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $24	Average Duration59m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg 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 $9

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nottingham to Lincoln 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 Lincoln?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Lincoln start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $18. 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 Lincoln?
The average train ride duration from Nottingham to Lincoln is 59m, covering a distance of 29 miles (47 km). The quickest train can get you there in 46m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators service the Nottingham to Lincoln route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Nottingham to Lincoln?
The earliest train departs from Nottingham to Lincoln at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 10:43pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/25

$22

11/26

$11

Today

$11

11/28

$11

11/29

$11

11/30

$8

12/01

$11

12/02

$11

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Lincoln was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $8

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

You can expect to pay from $8 to $23 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Lincoln based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-11-30.