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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Nottingham
Cheapest price on Oct 11
€24
Average ticket price on Oct 11
€32
Fastest journey on Oct 11
2 h 34 m
Average journey duration on Oct 11
2 h 58 m
Trains on Oct 11
6
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Nottingham will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
It's difficult to get from Chester to Nottingham without transferring at least once.
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Y625724:22 PM2h34Chester station (CTR)6:56 PMNottingham station (NOT)€241One-way2 transfers- C21387+G66836+W443165:57 PM2h59Chester station (CTR)8:56 PMNottingham station (NOT)€241One-way2 transfers
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C012957:31 PM3h17Chester station (CTR)10:48 PMNottingham station (NOT)€241One-way2 transfers - C21388+W44678+G009205:22 PM2h35Chester station (CTR)7:57 PMNottingham station (NOT)€241One-way2 transfers
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L890495:03 PM3h27Chester station (CTR)8:30 PMNottingham station (NOT)€481One-way1 transfer
- C21389+G66798+Y625724:22 PM2h34Chester station (CTR)6:56 PMNottingham station (NOT)€241One-way2 transfers
- C21388+W44678+G009205:22 PM2h35Chester station (CTR)7:57 PMNottingham station (NOT)€241One-way2 transfers
- C21387+G66836+W443165:57 PM2h59Chester station (CTR)8:56 PMNottingham station (NOT)€241One-way2 transfers
- C21386 · C21283+C012957:31 PM3h17Chester station (CTR)10:48 PMNottingham station (NOT)€241One-way2 transfers
- C04381+L890127:06 PM3h25Chester station (CTR)10:31 PMNottingham station (NOT)€481One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Nottingham
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Trains from Chester to Nottingham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:31, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 3:31 AM |
Last train 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Chester to Nottingham.
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail from Chester to Nottingham trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail trains will get you between Chester and Nottingham from €14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Chester to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Nottingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chester to Nottingham
Most Chester to Nottingham trains use the Chester to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Nottingham leave from?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Nottingham station do trains from Chester arrive at?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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