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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester 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 Manchester Airport will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
It's difficult to get from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport without transferring at least once.
Y12440+
L110589:45 AM2h15Nottingham station (NOT)12:00 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$441One-way1 transfer- Y12438+Y253118:45 AM2h15Nottingham station (NOT)11:00 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$461One-way1 transfer
- C51210 · Y12257+
C43554+Y252529:53 AM2h43Nottingham station (NOT)12:36 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$461One-way3 transfers - Y12337+
C74901+L101368:53 AM2h43Nottingham station (NOT)11:36 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$481One-way2 transfers
- Y12440+L110589:45 AM2h15Nottingham station (NOT)12:00 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$441One-way1 transfer
- Y12438+Y253118:45 AM2h15Nottingham station (NOT)11:00 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$461One-way1 transfer
- C51210 · Y12257+C43554+Y252529:53 AM2h43Nottingham station (NOT)12:36 PMManchester Airport (MIA)$461One-way3 transfers
- Y12337+C74901+L101368:53 AM2h43Nottingham station (NOT)11:36 AMManchester Airport (MIA)$481One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m 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 station (NOT) to Manchester Airport:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport costing on average $37 (€29).
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 51m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€29) compared to roughly $25 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.65 (€-9.31). The journey takes 2h 16m versus 1h 45m 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 station (NOT) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y12438+Y25311 | 8:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h15 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| Y12337+C74901+L10136 | 8:53 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h43 | 11:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 transfers | |
| Y12440+L11058 | 9:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h15 | 12:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| C51210 · Y12257+C43554+Y25252 | 9:53 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h43 | 12:36 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 3 transfers | |
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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 Transpennine Express or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 16:53. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 6:30 AM |
Last train 4:53 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham station (NOT) and Manchester Airport from $12 (€10). 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 Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport
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Information Desk
- 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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