The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham station (NOT) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham station (NOT) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 4 trains that leave Nottingham station (NOT) for London Gatwick Airport on Fri, Dec 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 3 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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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham station (NOT) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham station (NOT) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 129 miles (209 km)
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Live departures
Nottingham station (NOT) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham station (NOT) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:49 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h45 | 7:34 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:48 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h46 | 9:34 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h03 | 10:14 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h44 | 11:34 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:13 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h51 | 9:04 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Nottingham station (NOT) to London Gatwick Airport by train or bus
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Why should you book Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport trains with Omio?
East Midlands Trains as well as LNER, Thameslink and First Hull Trains offer trains services from Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport.
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 LNER, Thameslink and First Hull Trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- 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 LNER, Thameslink and First Hull Trains to help you choose the right option for your journey from Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to London Gatwick Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham station (NOT) to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 19:48. The fastest train covers the 129 miles (209 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 129 miles (209 km) |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 04:49 |
Last train 19:48 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, LNER, Thameslink, First Hull Trains, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to London Gatwick Airport trainsEast Midlands Trains, LNER, Thameslink, First Hull Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham station (NOT) and London Gatwick Airport from $16 (€13). 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 station (NOT) to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham station (NOT) to London Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nottingham station (NOT) to London Gatwick 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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