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Sellafield to Nottingham by train

First train

10:47

Last train

12:40

Departure station

Sellafield

Arrival station

Nottingham

Journey time

From 5h 6m

Distance

140 miles (226 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast

Taking the train from Sellafield to Nottingham in 5 hours 6 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Sellafield to Nottingham? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 5 hours 24 minutes to travel the 140 miles (226 km) from Sellafield to Nottingham by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 6 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Railway, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Sellafield to Nottingham in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

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, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

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

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

The fastest journey time by train from Sellafield to Nottingham is 5 hours and 6 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Sellafield to Nottingham?

No, there are no direct train services from Sellafield to Nottingham. Travelling from Sellafield to Nottingham by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

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

The first train from Sellafield to Nottingham leaves at 10:47. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Sellafield to Nottingham leaves at 12:40. 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 Sellafield and Nottingham by train?

Trains travelling from Sellafield to Nottingham cover a distance of around 140 miles (226 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Sellafield 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.

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