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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to London Stansted 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 London Stansted Airport will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
It's difficult to get from Nottingham to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least once.
C04344+
P668339:38 AM2h42Nottingham station (NOT)12:20 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$401One-way1 transfer- C04347+P6683810:38 AM2h42Nottingham station (NOT)1:20 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$401One-way1 transfer
G00841+C043428:37 AM3h03Nottingham station (NOT)11:40 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$491One-way1 transfer- G00806+W706889:50 AM2h50Nottingham station (NOT)12:40 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$491One-way1 transfer
- C04342+P668218:37 AM2h43Nottingham station (NOT)11:20 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$541One-way1 transfer
- C04344+P668339:38 AM2h42Nottingham station (NOT)12:20 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$401One-way1 transfer
- C04347+P6683810:38 AM2h42Nottingham station (NOT)1:20 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$401One-way1 transfer
- C04342+P668218:37 AM2h43Nottingham station (NOT)11:20 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$541One-way1 transfer
- G00806+W706889:50 AM2h50Nottingham station (NOT)12:40 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$491One-way1 transfer
G07964+G00841+C217318:45 AM2h55Nottingham station (NOT)11:40 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$621One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Nottingham to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 94 miles (152 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$53 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to London Stansted Airport costing on average $53 (€44).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 34m.
Tickets start at around $53 (€44) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.08 (€-9.11). The journey takes 2h 45m versus 2h 21m 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.
Live departures
Nottingham to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C04344+P66833 | On time 9:38 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h42 | 12:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00806+W70688 | Delayed 9:15 AM 9:50 AMNottingham station (NOT) | 2h50 | 12:40 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| C04347+P66838 | On time 10:38 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h42 | 1:20 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
| C04342+P66821 | 8:37 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h43 | 11:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| C04342+G00841 | 8:37 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h03 | 11:40 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 1 transfer | |
| C21731+G00841+G07964 | 8:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h55 | 11:40 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
W70683+ Tube from London St Pancras International to Tottenham Hale+P66360 | 8:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h05 | 11:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to London Stansted Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to London Stansted Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 18:12. The fastest train covers the 94 miles (152 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 94 miles (152 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 4:26 AM |
Last train 6:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to London Stansted Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and London Stansted Airport from $25 (€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 Nottingham to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nottingham to London Stansted Airport
Most Nottingham to London Stansted Airport trains use the Nottingham to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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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