Nottingham to Lincoln train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Lincoln

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest price

€10

Average price

€14

Fastest journey

51 m

Average duration

53 m

Trains per day

8

Distance

51 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nottingham to Lincoln will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.

Fast trains

Of the 8 trains that leave Nottingham for Lincoln on Thu, Dec 04, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .

On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

East Midlands TrainsY07994
09:35AM0h52
Nottingham station (NOT)
10:27AMLincoln Central (LCN)
101One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands TrainsY08018
01:34PM0h51
Nottingham station (NOT)
02:25PMLincoln Central (LCN)
101One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands TrainsY08030
03:34PM0h52
Nottingham station (NOT)
04:26PMLincoln Central (LCN)
101One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands TrainsY08006
11:34AM0h54
Nottingham station (NOT)
12:28PMLincoln Central (LCN)
131One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands TrainsY08012
12:35PM0h55
Nottingham station (NOT)
01:30PMLincoln Central (LCN)
151One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Nottingham to Lincoln

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €13.

Distance: 51 km

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Bus

€11

Average price

Cheapest

€15

Average price

1h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 51m

Average total duration

1h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

East Midlands Trains

Most popular train company

National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Nottingham to Lincoln train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Lincoln trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 3:17 AM
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Tickets
east_midlands_railway4:39 AM Nottingham
0h56
5:35 AM Lincoln0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway9:36 AM Nottingham
0h55
10:31 AM Lincoln0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway10:34 AM Nottingham
0h54
11:28 AM Lincoln0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway9:37 PM Nottingham
1h02
10:39 PM Lincoln0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Lincoln

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Trains from Nottingham to Lincoln run on average 5 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:16, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
51 km
Average train duration
56m
Cheapest ticket price
€4
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
50m
First train
04:16
Last train
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Nottingham to Lincoln trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Lincoln from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
€4
East Midlands Trains frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Trains from Nottingham to Lincoln: Journey Details

Direct trains from Nottingham to Lincoln run around once an hour from Monday to Saturday. Sunday services are more limited, with the first train not departing Nottingham until the afternoon. The journey usually takes around an hour. The first train of the day leaves at approximately 6:00 a.m. and the last direct service at about 7:00 p.m. There are also evening services involving a change at Newark, with the last service running around 10:30 p.m. Peak fares are charged in the morning, Monday to Friday, but not in the evening. These services are all operated by East Midlands Trains.

Taking the Train from Nottingham

Nottingham Station is just to the south of the city centre, near Queens Road. It's easy to walk there from many central locations, such as the Broadmarsh and Victoria shopping centres. The train station is served by the Nottingham Express Transit tram network, with services running until late at night. There are also many bus services to the station from the surrounding area, plus a taxi rank. The station has its own multi-storey car park.

Getting into Lincoln by Train

Many flock to Lincoln to admire its cathedral and castle and to wander through the historic streets. These include the aptly-named Steep Hill, which has its own shuttle bus for those who find it too strenuous to walk. The city is also a popular shopping destination, with many unusual independent stores and two indoor shopping centres. The main train station, Lincoln Central, is in St Mary's Street. Its central location makes it easy to walk to many destinations, but there are also taxis and buses available.

FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Lincoln

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Lincoln can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Nottingham to Lincoln is €13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Nottingham to Lincoln is 46 min   to travel the 50 km long route, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Nottingham to Lincoln leaves at 05: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Nottingham to Lincoln leaves at 23: 58.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Nottingham to Lincoln without having to change trains with East Midlands Trains. There are 6 direct trains from Nottingham to Lincoln each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Lincoln. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Nottingham to Lincoln.
For the best Nottingham to Lincoln train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with East Midlands Trains. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Nottingham to Lincoln to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Nottingham, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lincoln Central, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Lincoln from Nottingham is worth doing with a journey time of 46 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Nottingham to Lincoln is July.
You have options as you can travel to Lincoln from Nottingham 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Nottingham to Lincoln

Nottingham
Lincoln
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to Lincoln.
NottinghamShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Nottingham
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.

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