4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Nottingham
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€52
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€197
Fastest journey on Oct 13
4 h 22 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
4 h 23 m
Trains on Oct 13
51
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Nottingham will cost around €197 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Nottingham without transferring at least 2 times.
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W8491512:52 PM5h42Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:34 PMNottingham station (NOT)€521One-way2 transfers
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G66824+C218063:00 PM4h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:40 PMNottingham station (NOT)€871One-way2 transfers- G80061 · C01918+G01186+C0436512:00 PM4h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:30 PMNottingham station (NOT)€931One-way3 transfers
- G80055+W29935+C0436311:00 AM4h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:30 PMNottingham station (NOT)€931One-way2 transfers
- C02029+C2161011:30 AM4h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:02 PMNottingham station (NOT)€981One-way1 transfer
- G08186+G01184 · G664999:00 AM4h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:22 PMNottingham station (NOT)€2291One-way2 transfers
- G80055+W29935 · G6650411:00 AM4h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:22 PMNottingham station (NOT)€2291One-way2 transfers
- G80061+G01186 · G6650612:00 PM4h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:22 PMNottingham station (NOT)€2291One-way2 transfers
- G80091 · C01911+C214165:00 PM4h24Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:24 PMNottingham station (NOT)€2291One-way2 transfers
- G08180 · C01925+C597278:00 AM4h25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:25 PMNottingham station (NOT)€2291One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Nottingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 359 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 359 km |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 7:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Nottingham trains for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01154+ G89772 | On time 12:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h55 | 5:00 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| C02007+C21612 | On time 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h38 | 5:08 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| W34124+C21295 | On time 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h22 | 6:14 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
W34124+G00946+ C17791 | On time 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h09 | 6:01 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| G01161 · G00946 | On time 1:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h56 | 6:01 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| G01161+G89778 | On time 1:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h55 | 6:00 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| G80091+G00914+C04380 | On time 5:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h29 | 9:29 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| G01170+G89802 | On time 5:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h56 | 10:00 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| C01989+C21281 | On time 5:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h46 | 10:16 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| C01989+C04382+W84734 | On time 5:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h04 | 10:34 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| G80097+G00842+G89806 | On time 6:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h58 | 10:58 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| G00842+G89806 | On time 6:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h54 | 10:58 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, October 13 | |||||
| G08180 · C01925+C59727 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h25 | 12:25 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| W29873 · G00688 | 8:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h54 | 1:02 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| W29873+G89749 | 8:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h50 | 12:58 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| W84901+C04357 | 8:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h18 | 1:30 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| C02015+C21800 | 8:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h38 | 1:08 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| G08186+G01184 · G66499 | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h22 | 1:22 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| G01148+G89755 | 9:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h53 | 1:58 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| C02006+C21799 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h33 | 2:03 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| C02006+C04359+W84686 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h00 | 2:30 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| G80049 · C01975+C59733 | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h26 | 2:26 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| W29884 · G00900 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h57 | 3:02 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| W29884+G89761 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h55 | 3:00 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| W84907+C04363 | 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h19 | 3:30 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| C01942+C21828 | 10:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h38 | 3:08 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| G80055+W29935 · G66504 | 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h22 | 3:22 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| G80055+W29935+C04363 | 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h30 | 3:30 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| G01153+G89766 | 11:04 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h54 | 3:58 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Nottingham
Most Edinburgh to Nottingham trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Which Nottingham station do trains from Edinburgh 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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