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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Nottingham
Showing times and prices for Jan 12
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$119
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
214 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Nottingham will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Cardiff for Nottingham on Mon, Jan 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jan 12 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
On Mon, Jan 12 the slowest trains will take 3 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.
C7499710:45AM3h14
Cardiff Central (CDF)01:59PMNottingham station (NOT)
$641One-way
0 transfers
C7496808:45AM3h16
Cardiff Central (CDF)12:01PMNottingham station (NOT)
$641One-way
0 transfers
C75008 · C7476309:45AM3h37
Cardiff Central (CDF)01:22PMNottingham station (NOT)
$731One-way
1 transfer
C75008+
Y1241209:45AM3h32
Cardiff Central (CDF)01:17PMNottingham station (NOT)
$1511One-way
1 transfer
P22798+C75323_C75008+Y1241209:49AM3h28
Cardiff Central (CDF)01:17PMNottingham station (NOT)
$1511One-way
2 transfers
C7499710:45AM3h14
Cardiff Central (CDF)01:59PMNottingham station (NOT)
$641One-way
0 transfers
C7496808:45AM3h16
Cardiff Central (CDF)12:01PMNottingham station (NOT)
$641One-way
0 transfers
P22798+C75323_C75008+Y1241209:49AM3h28
Cardiff Central (CDF)01:17PMNottingham station (NOT)
$1511One-way
2 transfers
C75008+Y1241209:45AM3h32
Cardiff Central (CDF)01:17PMNottingham station (NOT)
$1511One-way
1 transfer
C75008 · C7476309:45AM3h37
Cardiff Central (CDF)01:22PMNottingham station (NOT)
$731One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cardiff to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. 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 €17, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€84 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Nottingham trains for today, Sunday, January 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 2:55 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:45 PM Cardiff | 3h09 | 7:54 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, January 12 | |||||
| C74968 | On time 8:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h16 | 12:01 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P22797+C74905 · C74762 | On time 9:19 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h43 | 1:02 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| C75008+Y12412 | On time 9:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h32 | 1:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| C75008 · C74763 | On time 9:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h37 | 1:22 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| P22798+C75323_C75008+Y12412 | On time 9:49 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h28 | 1:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| C74997 | On time 10:45 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 3h14 | 1:59 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Nottingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Nottingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 3h 8m.
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 $22 (€17)
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 05:14 |
Last train 20:54 |
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 $22 (€17)
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Cardiff to Nottingham trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Cardiff and Nottingham from $22 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 8m
Cheapest Price
$37 (€30)
CrossCountry frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 18m
Cheapest Price
$237 (€191)
Cross Country frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
Train ticket prices from Cardiff to Nottingham can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $32 (€26), while the average price is around $104 (€84).
The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Nottingham is by bus, with a cost of around $22 (€17).
The first train from Cardiff to Nottingham leaves at 5:14 AM.
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Cardiff 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.
A day trip from Cardiff to Nottingham is not feasible as it takes 3h 8m one way. However, trains run 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train from Cardiff to Nottingham. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Cross Country.
The train journey from Cardiff to Nottingham offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Welsh countryside, rolling hills, and small towns, providing a pleasant, though not particularly dramatic, scenic experience.
The distance by train from Cardiff to Nottingham is 132 miles (214 km).
The train station in Cardiff that goes to Nottingham is Cardiff Central (CDF), which connects to Nottingham station (NOT).
The train from Cardiff to Nottingham takes 3h 8m and runs 6 per day.
There is no high speed train available from Cardiff to Nottingham.
The last train from Cardiff to Nottingham leaves at 8:54 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Cardiff to Nottingham.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Nottingham
Cardiff
Nottingham
The major train station for departures in Cardiff is Cardiff Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cardiff Central for your trip from Cardiff to Nottingham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
Dining
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Cardiff Central
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 18:30 Saturday 09:30 - 15:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Hotel
- Travelodge
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Cathays
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is on Park Place
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stops adjacent to the Cardiff University Students' Union on Park Place
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. The platform has level access from Bute Street and Lloyd George Avenue.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Cardiff Bay
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop outside the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stop close to the station entrance on Bute Street
The major train station for arrivals in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your journey to Nottingham from Cardiff.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- 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 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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