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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
$67
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marston Green to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marston Green to Nottingham will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
Of the 1 trains that leave Marston Green for Nottingham on Wed, Jun 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marston Green to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 41 miles (67 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$51 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marston Green to Nottingham:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marston Green to Nottingham costing on average $51 (€41).
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 59m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€41) compared to roughly $18 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-33.12 (€-26.82). The journey takes 1h 27m versus 1h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Marston Green to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:07 AM Marston Green | 1h52 | 8:59 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Marston Green to Nottingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 4:32 AM |
Last train 10:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 6 days |
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Major contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market with changing international exhibitions, talks, and events in a striking modern building.
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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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