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Nottingham Contemporary
Major contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market with changing international exhibitions, talks, and events in a striking modern building.
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
24 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Nottingham will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 16 trains that leave Derby for Nottingham on Mon, Jun 22, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 25 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.
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G66837Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $2, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$9 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Nottingham:
A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Derby to Nottingham costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 13m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (27m by train vs 33m by car). Tickets start at around $9 (€8) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Nottingham trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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EM800600 | 8:13 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h10 | 9:23 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
EM800300 | 8:52 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h08 | 10:00 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21857 · EM800300 | On time 8:54 AM Derby station (DBY) | 1h06 | 10:00 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C21378 | On time 9:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h29 | 10:14 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42004 | On time 10:26 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h24 | 10:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21365 | On time 11:12 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h29 | 11:41 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21677 · W70927 | On time 11:25 AM Derby station (DBY) | 0h49 | 12:14 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C21358 | On time 12:18 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h29 | 12:47 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G66480 | On time 12:33 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 12:53 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21359 | On time 1:18 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h29 | 1:47 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00943 | On time 1:34 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 1:54 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21367 | On time 2:18 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h29 | 2:47 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00898 | On time 2:33 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 2:53 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21361 | On time 3:18 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h29 | 3:47 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00948 | On time 3:35 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 3:55 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21371 | On time 4:18 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h29 | 4:47 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G66783 | On time 4:33 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 4:53 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21375 | On time 5:18 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h29 | 5:47 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00945 | On time 5:36 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 5:56 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21277 | On time 5:47 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h20 | 6:07 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21366 | On time 6:18 PM Derby station (DBY) | 0h29 | 6:47 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Derby to Nottingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $2 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Nottingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nottingham trip today.
Major contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market with changing international exhibitions, talks, and events in a striking modern building.
Museum and art collections inside the restored castle complex, covering local history, decorative arts, and changing exhibitions.
Interactive museum in the former Shire Hall and county gaol exploring crime, punishment, and the legal system through historic courtrooms and cells.
Historic district of red-brick warehouses, creative businesses, bars, and heritage streetscapes, now one of the city's trendiest areas to explore.
Large deer park surrounding Wollaton Hall, popular for walks, views, seasonal colour, and social-media-friendly landscapes.
Main public square and gathering point in central Nottingham, convenient for events, people-watching, and access to nearby shopping streets.
Historic English blue cheese long associated with the East Midlands. Rich, creamy, and one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
A crumbly, nutty orange cheese from nearby Leicestershire, commonly enjoyed in the region in ploughman’s lunches and cheeseboards.
A classic Midlands snack of hot-water-crust pastry filled with seasoned pork, often eaten cold in pubs, markets, and picnic lunches.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant known for creative tasting menus, polished service, and one of Nottingham’s most celebrated food experiences.
Popular stylish restaurant serving Spanish-inspired small plates with strong local reputation for quality and a lively social atmosphere.
Historic pub beneath Nottingham Castle, famous for traditional British dishes, ales, and a distinctive heritage atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Budget eats are easy to find, while hotels and city-centre dining cost more.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if no service charge is added. Round up for taxis. No tip is expected for pubs or counter service.
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