The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Nottingham
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Nottingham will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lancaster for Nottingham on Wed, Mar 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 11 the direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
On Wed, Mar 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lancaster to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $71. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $71, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$74 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lancaster to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Nottingham trains for today, Tuesday, March 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:41 AM Lancaster | 3h36 | 12:17 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Lancaster to Nottingham by bus or train
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Lancaster to Nottingham.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Lancaster to Nottingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Lancaster to Nottingham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to Nottingham
Trains from Lancaster to Nottingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 20:59. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 20:59 |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Fri |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Busiest day Thu |
Least busy day Mon |
Best day to book ahead 28 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Lancaster to Nottingham trainsEast Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Lancaster and Nottingham from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lancaster to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lancaster to Nottingham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Yes, located platform 4/5 and platform 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 (south end)120 Stands Platform 3 (middle) 16 Platform 4 (North End), 12 Stands Platform 5, 40 Stands
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station rear entrance adjacent to platform 3.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- 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 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
- 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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