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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for Jul 11

Cheapest price

$125

Average price

$125

Fastest journey

4 h 37 m

Average duration

4 h 37 m

Trains per day

Distance

359 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Nottingham will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Nottingham without transferring at least once.

Y23270+

Y07987

05:48AM4h37

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

10:25AMNottingham station (NOT)

$1251One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €54.

Distance: 222 miles (358 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€111 Average price	€37 Average price Cheapest
5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 0.9kg 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

Edinburgh to Nottingham train times

Showing trains for today, Thursday, July 10

Last updated at 2:17 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Y23278+Y07999	On time 7:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	4h25	11:25 AM Nottingham station (NOT)	1 transfer
C23760+Y01671	On time 7:07 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	4h52	11:59 AM Nottingham station (NOT)	1 transfer
C23760+Y01671	On time 7:07 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	4h52	11:59 AM Nottingham station (NOT)	1 transfer
P00105+C23821 · C23149	On time 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	4h22	12:22 PM Nottingham station (NOT)	2 transfers
P00105+Y08004	On time 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	4h26	12:26 PM Nottingham station (NOT)	1 transfer
C23768+Y01660	On time 8:07 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	4h52	12:59 PM Nottingham station (NOT)	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Edinburgh to Nottingham?

The best time to book your train from Edinburgh to Nottingham is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Edinburgh to Nottingham route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Edinburgh to Nottingham per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Edinburgh to Nottingham.

Trains

from $148

Buses

from $25

Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Nottingham

United Kingdom

Trains from Edinburgh to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€54) but you can travel from only $26 (€20) by bus.

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 $26 (€20)

Distance

222 miles (358 km)

Average train duration

4h 41m

Cheapest ticket price

$68 (€54)

Trains per day

Fastest train

4h 2m

First train

03:10

Last train

21:00

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $26 (€20)

Train providers: East Coast, Virgin Trains and CrossCountry from Edinburgh to Nottingham trains

For as little as $36 (€29) you can travel by train from Edinburgh to Nottingham with East Coast, Virgin Trains and CrossCountry. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times.

Train information from Edinburgh to Nottingham with East Coast:

Average Duration: 4 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $67
East Coast frequency: 13 a day

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Edinburgh to Nottingham train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 57 min
Cheapest Price: $36

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets.. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Edinburgh to Nottingham train information with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 5 h 20 min
Cheapest Price: $257

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Nottingham

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh to Nottingham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Nottingham.

Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Nottingham can start from as little as $61 (€48) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to Nottingham is $157 (€126); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Nottingham from Edinburgh is on average 4 h 25 min for the 222 mile (358 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Edinburgh to Nottingham by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Edinburgh to Nottingham leaves at 1: 22 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Edinburgh to Nottingham leaves at 9: 33 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from Edinburgh to Nottingham which require at least one change with LNER, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Edinburgh to Nottingham train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with LNER, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Nottingham from Edinburgh to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 33 PM.

A trip to Nottingham from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Edinburgh to Nottingham by train is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Nottingham including taking a bus or train.