Brighton to Nottingham train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for Nov 08

Cheapest price

$59

Average price

$70

Fastest journey

3 h 32 m

Average duration

3 h 52 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

246 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Brighton to Nottingham will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Brighton for Nottingham on Sat, Nov 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 246 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .

On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 12 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 Trains
05:28AM4h12
Brighton
09:40AMNottingham
$591One-way
0 transfers
East Midlands Trains
07:39AM3h32
Brighton
11:11AMNottingham
$811One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Brighton to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €35.

Distance: 152 miles (246 km)

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Train
Bus

€85

Average price

€18

Average price

Cheapest

3h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 6m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 13m

Average total duration

6h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

East Midlands Trains

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

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

Live departures

Brighton to Nottingham train times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Nottingham trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 4:25 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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east_midlands_railway4:26 AM Brighton
3h33
7:59 AM Nottingham0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway6:26 AM Brighton
3h25
9:51 AM Nottingham0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway7:26 AM Brighton
3h24
10:50 AM Nottingham0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway7:58 AM Brighton
3h10
11:08 AM Nottingham0 transfersDirect
east_midlands_railway9:28 AM Brighton
3h22
12:50 PM Nottingham0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brighton to Nottingham

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Trains from Brighton to Nottingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€35) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 03:22, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 3h 10m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $16 (€13)
Distance
152 miles (246 km)
Average train duration
3h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
$42 (€35)
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
3h 10m
First train
03:22
Last train
23:42
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $16 (€13)

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from Brighton to Nottingham trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Nottingham from $16 (€13). 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
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
$42 (€35)
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

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 47m
Cheapest Price
$81 (€66)
Thameslink frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Nottingham

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Brighton to Nottingham can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $42 (€35), while the average price is around $105 (€85).
The train from Brighton to Nottingham takes 3h 10m and runs 6 per day.
The last train from Brighton to Nottingham leaves at 11:42 PM.
The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Nottingham is by bus, with a cost of around $16 (€13).
To fully experience Nottingham's key attractions, such as Nottingham Castle, the City of Caves, and Wollaton Hall, a 2 to 3-day stay is recommended.
The first train from Brighton to Nottingham leaves at 3:22 AM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Brighton to Nottingham.
In Nottingham, you can explore Old Market Square for shopping and dining, enjoy birdwatching at Attenborough Nature Reserve, and catch performances at Nottingham Playhouse. Visit Green's Windmill and Science Centre for interactive exhibits and stroll through The Arboretum. Notable sights include Nottingham Castle with its panoramic views and museum, Wollaton Hall housing the Natural History Museum, The City of Caves, Nottingham Contemporary art gallery, and the historic Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem pub.
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton to Nottingham.
There is no direct train service currently available from Brighton to Nottingham.
The distance by train from Brighton to Nottingham is 152 miles (246 km).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Brighton to Nottingham.
The train station in Brighton that goes to Nottingham is Brighton station (BTN), which connects to Nottingham station (NOT).
The train journey from Brighton to Nottingham offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with notable scenic parts as it travels through the picturesque South Downs near Brighton and the rolling landscapes of the Midlands.
A day trip from Brighton to Nottingham is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 10m. The distance is 152 miles (246 km). Trains run 6 times per day.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Brighton to Nottingham

Brighton
Nottingham
The major train station for departures in Brighton is Brighton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton for your trip from Brighton to Nottingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
Dining
Dining
  • The Grand Central
  • The Cyclist
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • £0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Brighton
  • Ibis Brighton City Centre
  • My Brighton Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main concourse
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Brighton
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Southern and Thameslink services
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:50 - 21:00 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent, Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1. All platforms have covered areas
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station front
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
Dining
Dining
  • Domino's Pizza
  • Salt and Charcoal
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • £0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Travelodge Brighton
  • ibis Brighton City Centre - Station
  • Jurys Inn Brighton
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Brighton and Lewes
Public transit options for London Road (Brighton)
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Southern services
Amenities at train station
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: No
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Platform 3
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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