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Nottingham to Tywyn by train

First train

05:39

Last train

20:58

Departure station

Nottingham

Arrival station

Tywyn

Journey time

From 4h 22m

Distance

126 miles (202 km)

Frequency

12 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Transport for Wales

How to travel from Nottingham to Tywyn by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Nottingham to Tywyn? Look no further.

You'll usually find 12 trains per day running between Nottingham and Tywyn, which usually take 7 hours 8 minutes to complete the 126 miles (202 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 22 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 Tywyn by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Transport for Wales, East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Nottingham to Tywyn if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Tywyn? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Nottingham to Tywyn? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Nottingham to Tywyn take?

The average journey time by train between Nottingham and Tywyn is 7 hours and 8 minutes, with around 12 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Nottingham and Tywyn by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Nottingham to Tywyn is 4 hours and 22 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Nottingham to Tywyn?

No, there are no direct train services from Nottingham to Tywyn. Travelling from Nottingham to Tywyn by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Nottingham to Tywyn leave?

The first train from Nottingham to Tywyn leaves at 05:39. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Nottingham to Tywyn leave?

The last train from Nottingham to Tywyn leaves at 20:58. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Nottingham and Tywyn by train?

Trains travelling from Nottingham to Tywyn cover a distance of around 126 miles (202 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Tywyn

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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.

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