The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport
- Cheapest price on Nov 05
- $19
- Average ticket price on Nov 05
- $33
- Fastest journey on Nov 05
- 2 h 15 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 05
- 2 h 21 m
- Trains on Nov 05
- 5
- 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 $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
On Thu, Nov 05, we found 5 trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport, including 5 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Thu, Nov 05 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.

11:45 AM 2h15 Nottingham station (NOT) 2:00 PM Manchester Airport $19 1 One-way 0 transfers
12:45 PM 2h15 Nottingham station (NOT) 3:00 PM Manchester Airport $28 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:45 AM 2h15 Nottingham station (NOT) 12:00 PM Manchester Airport $29 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:45 AM 2h15 Nottingham station (NOT) 11:00 AM Manchester Airport $32 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:53 AM 2h43 Nottingham station (NOT) 10:36 AM Manchester Airport $55 1 One-way 0 transfers

9:45 AM 2h15 Nottingham station (NOT) 12:00 PM Manchester Airport $29 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:45 AM 2h15 Nottingham station (NOT) 11:00 AM Manchester Airport $32 1 One-way 0 transfers
12:45 PM 2h15 Nottingham station (NOT) 3:00 PM Manchester Airport $28 1 One-way 0 transfers
11:45 AM 2h15 Nottingham station (NOT) 2:00 PM Manchester Airport $19 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:53 AM 2h43 Nottingham station (NOT) 10:36 AM Manchester Airport $55 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport
Trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 but you can travel from only $14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:45, the last at 17:45. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 7:45 AM |
Last train 5:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport trip
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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, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:53 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h43 | 10:36 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h15 | 11:00 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h15 | 12:00 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h15 | 2:00 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h15 | 3:00 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Nottingham station (NOT) and Manchester Airport from $14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Nottingham station (NOT) and Manchester Airport
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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
Most Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport trains use the Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham station (NOT) and Manchester 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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