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    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 6A
    0 changes
    Off Peak
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    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 10A
    12:22
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 10A
    13:17
    Leicester
    Platform 2
    13:25
    Leicester
    Platform 2
    13:53
    Nottingham
    Platform 3A estimated
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 3A estimated
    1 change
    Off Peak
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    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 5 estimated
    0 changes
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    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A estimated
    13:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A estimated
    14:03
    Derby
    Platform 1 estimated
    14:12
    Derby
    Platform 6A estimated
    14:40
    Nottingham
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    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 1B estimated
    1 change
    Off Peak
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    Nottingham
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    0 changes
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    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 10A estimated
    14:22
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 10A estimated
    15:17
    Leicester
    Platform 1 estimated
    15:24
    Leicester
    Platform 2 estimated
    15:52
    Nottingham
    Platform 3A estimated
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 3A estimated
    1 change
    Off Peak
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    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 5 estimated
    0 changes
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    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    15:03
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9 estimated
    15:38
    Derby
    Platform 1 estimated
    16:11
    Derby
    Platform 6A estimated
    16:38
    Nottingham
    Platform 4B estimated
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 4B estimated
    1 change
    Off Peak
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    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 10A estimated
    15:22
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 10A estimated
    16:17
    Leicester
    Platform 2 estimated
    16:24
    Leicester
    Platform 2 estimated
    16:54
    Nottingham
    Platform 3B estimated
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 3B estimated
    1 change
    Off Peak
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    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 11A estimated
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 6A estimated
    0 changes
    Off Peak
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Journey information from Birmingham to Nottingham

  • Train Fares from: £7.50
  • Fastest route:
  • Slowest route:
  • Average journey time:
  • Changes: Direct
  • Trains per day: Around 37
  • Distance: 45 miles (72 km)
  • Train operators: CrossCountry
  • Origin: Birmingham
  • Destination: Nottingham

Find out more information about how to buy cheap train tickets to Nottingham.

  • How long does it take to travel from Birmingham to Nottingham by train?

    The average journey time between Birmingham and Nottingham is . On an average weekday, there are 37 trains travelling from Birmingham to Nottingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.

    Avg. Duration

  • What is the fastest journey from Birmingham to Nottingham by train?

    The fastest journey time by train is .

  • How much does the train from Birmingham to Nottingham cost?

    Train tickets from Birmingham to Nottingham can start from as little as £7.50 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.

  • Are there direct trains from Birmingham to Nottingham?

    Yes, it is possible to travel from Birmingham to Nottingham without having to change trains. Use our journey planner above to get direct train times from Birmingham to Nottingham.

    Direct

  • What is the distance between Birmingham and Nottingham?

    The distance between Birmingham and Nottingham is 45 miles.

    Distance: 45 miles

  • What time is the first train from Birmingham to Nottingham?

    The first train from Birmingham to Nottingham departs at .

    What time is the last train from Birmingham to Nottingham?

    The last train from Birmingham to Nottingham departs at .

    First train
    Last train
    No sleeper services are available. There may also be fewer services on weekends and public holidays; use the Journey Planner above to search for a specific train on your chosen travel date.

  • If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered ''Why are there so many?!'' Well, luckily we've put together a handy guide to all the variations of train ticket you may encounter on your travels.

    Our guide to ticket types:
    *Please note that not all types of train tickets are available for every journey. Factors such as the time, date and train company you'll be using can affect the availability of each one.

Birmingham to Nottingham timetable

Check out the next trains departing from Birmingham to Nottingham for Monday 18th Jan 2021. For the full train timetable, or to search for a later time or date, click here.

DepartsArrivesDuration
11:4913:031h 14m, direct
12:2213:531h 31m, 1 change
12:4914:031h 14m, direct
13:3014:401h 10m, 1 change
13:4915:031h 14m, direct
14:2215:521h 30m, 1 change
14:4916:031h 14m, direct
15:0316:381h 35m, 1 change
15:2216:541h 32m, 1 change
15:4917:031h 14m, direct

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Nottingham to Birmingham.

How to find cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Nottingham

Did you know that most train companies in the UK increase their prices as the departure date approaches? Our aim is to help you save – we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets, and even tell you when the prices are likely to increase with Price Prediction

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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 Birmingham to Nottingham is right for you.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide. Save even more on UK train tickets with SplitSave, our latest app feature. Find out more about split tickets.

**Average savings on Advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.
‡Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.

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