The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to London
Cheapest price on Sep 28
€35
Average ticket price on Sep 28
€72
Fastest journey on Sep 28
1 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 28
1 h 37 m
Trains on Sep 28
63
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to London will cost around €72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
On Mon, Sep 28, we found 63 trains from Nottingham to London, including 30 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 28 the direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Mon, Sep 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.
C2167112:12 PM1h42Nottingham station (NOT)1:54 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€351One-way0 transfers
C21799 · C216552:17 PM1h52Nottingham station (NOT)4:09 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€351One-way1 transfer
W707448:48 PM1h51Nottingham station (NOT)10:39 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€351One-way0 transfers
W707489:42 PM2h11Nottingham station (NOT)11:53 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€351One-way0 transfers
W707101:12 PM1h43Nottingham station (NOT)2:55 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€411One-way0 transfers
C216725:50 PM1h36Nottingham station (NOT)7:26 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€931One-way0 transfers
C2167312:50 PM1h37Nottingham station (NOT)2:27 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€411One-way0 transfers
W7069410:50 AM1h37Nottingham station (NOT)12:27 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€571One-way0 transfers
W7070011:50 AM1h37Nottingham station (NOT)1:27 PMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€481One-way0 transfers
W706889:50 AM1h37Nottingham station (NOT)11:27 AMLondon St Pancras International (STP)€671One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Nottingham to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to London trains for today, Sunday, September 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W04516+ C21839 | Delayed 7:36 PM 7:45 PMNottingham station (NOT) | 1h54 | 9:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C21807+ C01921 | On time 8:37 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h08 | 10:45 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C21730+ C02117 | On time 9:00 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h51 | 11:51 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
W70738 | 9:09 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h58 | 11:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, September 28 | |||||
W70666 | 5:14 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h47 | 7:01 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21203 · W70754 | 5:18 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h49 | 7:07 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
C21689 | 5:49 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h46 | 7:35 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21413+ C01945 | 6:00 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h16 | 8:16 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C21814+ C01963 | 6:07 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h10 | 9:17 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
W70669 | 6:10 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h47 | 7:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21598 · C21676 | 6:14 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h54 | 8:08 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
W00035+ C21846 | 6:33 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h14 | 8:47 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C21684 | 6:46 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h41 | 8:27 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70675 | 7:12 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h45 | 8:57 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21832 · C21670 | 7:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h52 | 9:09 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
C04340+ C02170 | 7:35 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h55 | 9:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C21844+ G07955 | 7:41 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h11 | 9:52 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
W70677 | 7:48 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h39 | 9:27 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70680 | 8:12 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h54 | 10:06 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21829 · C21667 | 8:16 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h53 | 10:09 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
C04342+ C01968 | 8:37 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h56 | 10:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
W70683 | 8:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h37 | 10:27 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70685 | 9:12 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h43 | 10:55 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04344+ C01939 | 9:38 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h54 | 11:32 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
W70688 | 9:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h37 | 11:27 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70691 | 10:12 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h43 | 11:55 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21600 · W70784 | 10:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h52 | 12:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
C04347+ C01925 | 10:38 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h53 | 12:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59844+ G07977 | 10:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h09 | 12:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
W70694 | 10:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h37 | 12:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70697 | 11:12 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h43 | 12:55 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21603 · C21654 | 11:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h50 | 1:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
W70700 | 11:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h37 | 1:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21671 | 12:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h42 | 1:54 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21606 · W70796 | 12:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h52 | 2:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
C21673 | 12:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h37 | 2:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70710 | 1:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h43 | 2:55 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21800 · W70802 | 1:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h52 | 3:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
C04357+ C01959 | 1:38 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h54 | 3:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
W70715 | 2:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h42 | 3:54 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21799 · C21655 | 2:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h52 | 4:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
W70717 | 2:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h37 | 4:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70720 | 3:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h44 | 4:56 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21828 · W70812 | 3:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h52 | 5:09 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
W04511+ C59858 | 3:45 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h00 | 5:45 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C21692 | 3:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h38 | 5:28 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70747 | 4:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h54 | 6:06 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21610 · W70816 | 4:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h53 | 6:10 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
C04365+ C01976 | 4:38 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h53 | 6:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C59863+ G08012 | 4:45 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h07 | 6:52 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
W70725 | 4:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h37 | 6:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21687 | 5:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h53 | 7:05 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21612 · W70820 | 5:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h54 | 7:11 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
C04368+ C01931 | 5:38 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h53 | 7:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G08250+ C59864 | 5:45 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h00 | 7:45 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C21672 | 5:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h36 | 7:26 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21825 · W70825 | 6:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h50 | 8:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
C21669 | 7:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h42 | 8:54 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21790 · W70829 | 7:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h51 | 9:08 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
C21674 | 7:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h37 | 9:27 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C03938 | 8:12 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h44 | 9:56 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21822 · W70834 | 8:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h50 | 10:07 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to London
Trains from Nottingham to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 12:18 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, Thameslink from Nottingham to London trainsEast Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Nottingham and London from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Nottingham to London
Still famous for Robin Hood and its medieval Sheriff, Nottingham became an important center for lace-making and, later, for bicycle manufacturing. Travelers who can't face a long bike ride to the capital can take frequent direct trains from Nottingham to London St Pancras. Journeys to London take a little under two hours, with departures available from early morning to late evening. Indirect connections increase the travel options from Nottingham.
Which train companies travel from Nottingham to London?
East Midlands Trains operates all direct trains from Nottingham to London St Pancras and some indirect connections, with a change at Loughborough or Long Eaton. Other indirect options involve East Midlands Trains departures from Nottingham, changing to London North Eastern Railway services at Grantham or Peterborough for onward travel to London King's Cross.
How long is the train from Nottingham to London?
The fastest rail service on the 125-mile route south from Nottingham to London is an East Midlands Trains direct train taking one hour and 35 minutes to reach London St Pancras. Most direct trains take 12-20 minutes longer. Indirect connections to London St Pancras or King's Cross take around two hours.
How many trains are there from Nottingham to London?
The East Midlands Trains weekday timetable offers direct trains from Nottingham to London St Pancras from around 5:30 a.m, with departures roughly every 30 minutes throughout the day and evening. until a final service around 9:30 p.m. There are indirect services from Nottingham to London roughly every hour in the mornings and every two hours in the afternoon and early evening. Sunday schedules begin around 7:30 a.m., with direct trains every hour.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Nottingham to London?
Departure train station: Nottingham Station is on the south side of the city center with tram connections from the station and bus routes stopping on Carrington Street. Facilities include a coffee shop, cycle rental, vending machines, ATMs, free WiFi and taxi stands.
Arrival train station: London St Pancras and King's Cross stations are located on the north side of central London with Underground trains available on six lines and city bus routes stopping on Euston Road. Station facilities include restaurants, food supermarkets, coffee shops, book stores, news vendors, a pub, free WiFi and taxi stands.
FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Nottingham to London
Most Nottingham to London trains use the Nottingham to London St Pancras International station pair, with some services arriving at London Kings Cross. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to London leave from?
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.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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