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National Justice Museum
Interactive justice museum in a former courthouse and jail, bringing crime, punishment, and courtroom history to life in atmospheric historic buildings.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$8
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$16
Fastest journey on Sep 17
21 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
21 m
Trains on Sep 17
33
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Nottingham will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 33 trains from Leicester to Nottingham, including 31 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 21 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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C21650Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, while a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Nottingham:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Nottingham costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 56m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (37m by train vs 50m by car). Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $10 (€8) 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 East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.
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 Leicester to Nottingham trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C04190 · EM739000 | Delayed 12:01 AM 1:01 AMLeicester station (LEI) | 1h44 | 2:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C21766 · EM739000 | Delayed 12:32 AM 1:32 AMLeicester station (LEI) | 1h13 | 2:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
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C21848 · C21234 | 5:48 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 1h18 | 7:06 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C21234 | 6:16 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h50 | 7:06 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70844 | 6:41 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h35 | 7:16 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21196 | 7:39 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h50 | 8:29 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70847 | 7:52 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h29 | 8:21 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70850 | 8:25 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h31 | 8:56 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21191 | 8:40 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h46 | 9:26 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70852 | 8:48 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h21 | 9:09 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70854 | 9:20 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h31 | 9:51 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21194 | 9:31 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h55 | 10:26 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70856 | 9:50 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h21 | 10:11 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70858 | 10:21 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h31 | 10:52 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21186 | 10:31 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h55 | 11:26 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70861 | 10:47 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h22 | 11:09 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21645 | 11:18 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h32 | 11:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21209 | 11:31 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h55 | 12:26 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21643 | 11:47 AM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h22 | 12:09 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21652 | 12:18 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h32 | 12:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21211 | 12:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h55 | 1:26 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21762 · C21211 | 12:36 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h50 | 1:26 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
W70874 | 1:18 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h32 | 1:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21188 | 1:32 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h54 | 2:26 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70877 | 1:47 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h22 | 2:09 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70880 | 2:18 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h32 | 2:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21207 | 2:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h55 | 3:26 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21651 | 2:47 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h21 | 3:08 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70886 | 3:18 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h32 | 3:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C59798 | 3:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h55 | 4:26 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70889 | 3:47 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h21 | 4:08 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W70892 | 4:18 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h32 | 4:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21189 | 4:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h52 | 5:23 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21650 | 4:47 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h21 | 5:08 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C59806 | 5:31 PM Leicester station (LEI) | 0h55 | 6:26 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Leicester to Nottingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (35 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 21 miles (35 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:56 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.
Interactive justice museum in a former courthouse and jail, bringing crime, punishment, and courtroom history to life in atmospheric historic buildings.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted church, known for changing exhibitions, talks, and a strong role in Nottingham's modern visual culture.
University museum with world-class archaeology, natural history, and art collections. A scholarly but accessible stop with strong family appeal.
Grand central square framed by civic buildings, fountains, and events. It is the natural starting point for exploring Nottingham's shopping streets and history.
Historic quarter of red-brick warehouses, showrooms, and hidden courtyards. A must for architecture, independent venues, and understanding the lace trade.
Large historic deer park around Wollaton Hall with lakes, woodland walks, and broad lawns. Ideal for nature, photography, and skyline views.
A soft white cob filled with chips, often with salt, vinegar, and sauce. It is a classic Midlands takeaway snack strongly associated with local eating habits.
A large pork pie linked to nearby Melton Mowbray in the East Midlands, prized for its hand-raised crust and seasoned uncured pork filling.
Blue Stilton from nearby Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands is a famous crumbly blue cheese with a rich, salty taste and protected heritage status.
Refined modern tasting menus in elegant surroundings. One of Nottingham’s best-known fine dining destinations for seasonal British cooking.
Popular specialist venue for authentic Indian street food and dosas. Casual, lively, and widely praised by locals and visitors.
Well-regarded modern British restaurant in the Lace Market, known for polished cooking, cocktails, and a stylish yet relaxed setting.
Moderate for a UK city: hotels and dining are cheaper than London, while buses, coffee, and casual meals are fairly priced for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Nottingham Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.

Most Leicester to Nottingham trains use the Leicester to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are 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.
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this 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.
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: 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.
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