The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Nottingham
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Nottingham will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 6 trains that leave Norwich for Nottingham on Thu, Jan 22, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 22 the direct trains cover the 169 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
On Thu, Jan 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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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Compare train and bus for Norwich to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €27, and a bus costs an average of €21.
Distance: 105 miles (169 km)
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€54 Average price Cheapest | €59 Average price |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Norwich to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Nottingham trains for today, Wednesday, January 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Y12446 | On time 8:52 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 2h43 | 11:35 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y12448 | On time 9:52 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 2h43 | 12:35 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y12450 | On time 10:52 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 2h43 | 1:35 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y12452 | On time 11:52 AM Norwich station (NRW) | 2h43 | 2:35 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y12455 | On time 12:52 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 2h43 | 3:35 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y12457 | On time 1:52 PM Norwich station (NRW) | 2h43 | 4:35 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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East Midlands Trains as well as CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia and east_midlands_trains offer trains services from Norwich to Nottingham. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Norwich to Nottingham.
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 CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia and east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Norwich to Nottingham.
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- Multiple travel company options: While East Midlands Trains tickets can be bought on East Midlands Trains's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia and east_midlands_trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Norwich to Nottingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Norwich to Nottingham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Nottingham
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Norwich to Nottingham start from as low as $34 (€27) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $68 (€54) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 6 daily trains from Norwich to Nottingham with 5 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 2h 31m but the average duration is 2h 45m
Train Operators
- Travel from Norwich to Nottingham with East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, and east_midlands_trains
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is East Midlands Trains.
- High-speed trains are available.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Norwich station (NRW) and arrive in Nottingham station (NOT)
- First train typically departs at 04:55 AM and the last at 08:52 PM
Distance 105 miles (169 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 20:52 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains from Norwich to Nottingham trainsEast Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Abellio Greater Anglia, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Norwich and Nottingham from $26 (€21). 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 Norwich to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich to Nottingham
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
- 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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