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London to Nottingham by train
It takes an average of 1h 58m to travel from London to Nottingham by train, over a distance of around 108 miles (174 km). There are normally 40 trains per day traveling from London to Nottingham and tickets for this journey start from $21.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:05 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:35 pm | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Nottingham | |
| Journey time | From 1h 32m | |
| Distance | 108 miles (174 km) | |
| Frequency | 40 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $21.60 | |
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Traveling from London to Nottingham by train
Looking to travel from London to Nottingham by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 14 minutes to travel from London to Nottingham by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 32 minutes though. You'll usually find 41 trains per day running along the 174 km route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to Nottingham.
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Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from London to Nottingham start from £15.60 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Nottingham by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Nottingham
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Nottingham is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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