Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe
Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone
Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards
is Europe’s leading platform for train and bus tickets
Looking for the cheapest date to travel?
Within 7 days
Outbound fromWithin 1 month
Outbound fromWithin 3 months
Outbound fromNottingham to Birmingham New Street by train
It takes an average of 1h 18m to travel from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street by train, over a distance of around 45 miles (73 km). There are normally 46 trains per day travelling from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street and tickets for this journey start from £5.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:37 | |
| Departure station | Nottingham | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham New Street | |
| Journey time | From 1h 5m | |
| Distance | 45 miles (73 km) | |
| Frequency | 46 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £5.40 | |
| Train operators |
Travelling by train from Nottingham to Birmingham in just over 1 hour
Want to travel from Nottingham to Birmingham by train and need more information about the journey? Look no further!
On average, the journey from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street by train takes around 1 hour and 17 minutes, although the fastest services can take as little as 1 hour and 5 minutes. As there are around 45 direct trains running on this route each day, you don’t need to worry about making any changes along the way.
When travelling on this route, you’ll board a train at CrossCountry train at Nottingham station. Once you’ve found your seat, you can begin to enjoy the available amenities, such as comfortable seating, free WiFi and onboard catering on most services. If you prefer to travel in style, upgrade to CrossCountry First Class and enjoy larger reclining seats, extra table space and complimentary food and drink on some services. After just an hour, your train will arrive at Birmingham New Street station, in the heart of the city.
Once you’ve left the station, you’ll find yourself perfectly positioned to start exploring the city’s most popular sights. Not sure where to begin? Check out our guide to the best things to do in Birmingham, including a trip to the Bullring Shopping Centre and Cadbury World.
If you’re hoping to purchase cheap train tickets, try travelling at Off-Peak times, as tickets are usually cheaper during quieter travel times on weekdays and weekends. If you tend to travel by train often, get yourself a Railcard and you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Keen to book? Search for cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, keep reading for our train timetables, tips on booking cheap tickets and FAQs.
FAQs about the train journey from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street
Want to know more about your journey from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
Are there any direct trains from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street?
How far is the train ride from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street?
Can I take a flight-free trip from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street?
What is the best way to travel to Birmingham New Street from Nottingham?
What time does the first train run from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street?
How late does the train from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street run?
How many trains go from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street per day?
When do tickets from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street go on sale?
Planning a round trip from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street?
Cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
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 Nottingham to Birmingham New Street 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
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.