The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
45
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
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L64496Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€40 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport trains for today, Thursday, January 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:39 AM Nottingham | 1h47 | 9:26 AM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:07 AM Nottingham | 1h45 | 9:52 AM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:41 AM Nottingham | 1h45 | 1:26 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:41 PM Nottingham | 1h45 | 4:26 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:41 PM Nottingham | 1h50 | 6:31 PM Birmingham International Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Trains or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Trains or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport start from as low as $18 (€14) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $51 (€40) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 10 daily trains from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 30m but the average duration is 1h 28m
Train Operators
- Travel from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport with CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, and West Midlands Trains
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is CrossCountry.
- High-speed trains are available.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 05:39 AM and the last at 08:58 PM
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 05:39 |
Last train 20:58 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Birmingham International Airport from $8 (€6). 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 Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport 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 Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nottingham to Birmingham International Airport
- 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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