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Heathrow Airport to Nottingham by train
It takes an average of 3h 45m to travel from Heathrow Airport to Nottingham by train, over a distance of around 106 miles (171 km). There are normally 134 trains per day traveling from Heathrow Airport to Nottingham and tickets for this journey start from $42.25 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:15 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:36 pm | |
| Departure station | Heathrow Airport | |
| Arrival station | Nottingham | |
| Journey time | From 2h 42m | |
| Distance | 106 miles (171 km) | |
| Frequency | 134 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From $42.25 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
How to travel from Heathrow Airport to Nottingham by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Heathrow Airport to Nottingham? Look no further.
You'll usually find 134 trains per day running between Heathrow Airport and Nottingham, which usually take 3 hours 45 minutes to complete the 171 km journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 42 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Nottingham from Heathrow Airport, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Heathrow Airport to Nottingham if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $42.25. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train schedules (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
FAQs about the train journey from Heathrow Airport to Nottingham
Want to know more about your journey from Heathrow Airport to Nottingham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Heathrow Airport to Nottingham
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