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Birmingham to Nottingham

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  1. departed
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A
    13:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A
    14:04
    Derby
    Platform 1
    14:12
    Derby
    Platform 6A
    14:39
    Nottingham
    Platform 1C
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 1C
    1 change
    Off Peak
  2. on time
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 1C
    0 changes
    Off Peak
  3. on time
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 10A
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 5B
    0 changes
    Off Peak
  5. on time
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A
    14:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A
    15:04
    Derby
    Platform 1
    15:12
    Derby
    Platform 6A
    15:40
    Nottingham
    Platform 4B estimated
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 4B estimated
    1 change
    Off Peak
  6. on time
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 6A estimated
    0 changes
    Off Peak
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    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 10A
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 5B estimated
    0 changes
    Off Peak
  8. on time
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A
    15:28
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A
    15:58
    Derby
    Platform 1 estimated
    16:11
    Derby
    Platform 6A estimated
    16:39
    Nottingham
    Platform 4B estimated
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 4B estimated
    1 change
    Off Peak
  9. on time
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A estimated
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 6A estimated
    0 changes
    Off Peak
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    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 10A estimated
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 5 estimated
    0 changes
    Off Peak
  11. on time
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A estimated
    16:30
    Birmingham New Street
    Platform 9A estimated
    17:05
    Derby
    Platform 1 estimated
    17:12
    Derby
    Platform 6A estimated
    17:40
    Nottingham
    Platform 1B estimated
    on time
    Nottingham
    Platform 1B estimated
    1 change
    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 Friday 28th Feb 2020. For the full train timetable, or to search for a later time or date, click here.

DepartsArrivesDuration
13:3014:391h 9m, 1 change
13:4915:031h 14m, direct
14:1915:281h 9m, direct
14:3015:401h 10m, 1 change
14:4916:031h 14m, direct
15:1216:241h 12m, direct
15:2816:391h 11m, 1 change
15:4917:031h 14m, direct
16:1917:311h 12m, direct
16:3017:401h 10m, 1 change

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

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**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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