Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport train with East Midlands Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 21

Cheapest price on Sep 21

$25

Average ticket price on Sep 21

$37

Fastest journey on Sep 21

2 h 15 m

Average journey duration on Sep 21

2 h 24 m

Trains on Sep 21

3

Distance

88 km

Cheap tickets

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 $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.

Fast trains

On Mon, Sep 21, we found 3 trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport, including 3 direct services.

On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .

On Mon, Sep 21 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.

  • East Midlands Railway
    8:45 AM2h15
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    11:00 AMManchester Airport
    $251One-way
    0 transfers
  • East Midlands Railway
    10:45 AM2h15
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    1:00 PMManchester Airport
    $291One-way
    0 transfers
  • East Midlands Railway
    10:53 AM2h43
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    1:36 PMManchester Airport
    $581One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus 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 an average ticket price of $27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, while a train costs an average of $47.

Distance: 54 miles (88 km)

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Train
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Bus
Driving

$47

Average price

$27

Average price

Cheapest

$25

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 22m

Average total duration

3h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 45m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

East Midlands Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport is a bus with an average price of $27.

This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport:

A bus is $20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport costing on average $47.

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport is by train with an average journey time of 2h 12m.

Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham station (NOT) and Manchester Airport including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $47 compared to roughly $25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-22.16. The journey takes 2h 12m 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 today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayC04398+Transpennine ExpressG15951
On time
8:30 AM Nottingham station (NOT)
2h48
11:18 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21588+Transpennine ExpressC01251
On time
9:42 AM Nottingham station (NOT)
2h39
12:21 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04441+Northern RailG89886
On time
10:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT)
2h32
1:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04441+Northern RailG89886
On time
10:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT)
2h32
1:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04442+Northern RailG89888
On time
11:43 AM Nottingham station (NOT)
2h33
2:16 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW33142+CrossCountryG01096+Transport for WalesW43637
Delayed
12:14 PM 12:16 PMNottingham station (NOT)
2h40
2:56 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
East Midlands RailwayC04443+Northern RailG89872
On time
12:41 PM Nottingham station (NOT)
2h33
3:14 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04446+Northern RailG89890
On time
1:45 PM Nottingham station (NOT)
2h29
4:14 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04449+Transpennine ExpressG16021
On time
2:45 PM Nottingham station (NOT)
2h37
5:22 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC21589+Northern RailG89874
On time
3:45 PM Nottingham station (NOT)
2h29
6:14 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
East Midlands RailwayC04455+Northern RailG89896
On time
4:42 PM Nottingham station (NOT)
2h32
7:14 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as CrossCountry, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway and more offer trains services from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport.

Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Northern Rail or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trip or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Northern Rail or East Midlands Railway 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 8 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:17, the last at 10:43. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 1h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13
Distance
54 miles (88 km)
Average train duration
2h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
$21
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
1h 55m
First train
7:17 AM
Last train
10:43 AM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry trains will get you between Nottingham station (NOT) and Manchester Airport from $13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
$21
East Midlands Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
$36
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
$43
Northern Rail frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 21m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
$62
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $21, while the average price is around $47.
The train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport takes 1h 55m and runs 8 per day.
The distance by train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport is 54 miles (88 km).
The first train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport leaves at 7:17 AM.
The last train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport leaves at 10:43 AM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport.
There is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $13.
The train journey from Nottingham to Manchester Airport offers varied scenery, including views of the English countryside, rolling hills, and occasional glimpses of charming towns and villages. While not considered one of the most scenic routes in the UK, it provides a pleasant and relaxing travel experience.
A day trip from Nottingham to Manchester Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 55m. Trains run 9 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport.
Since neither Nottingham station (NOT) nor Manchester Airport are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Manchester Airport include Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, Manchester, Preston.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nottingham station (NOT) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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.

Departure train stations in Nottingham
Arrival train stations in Manchester
NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre

Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min
48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min
Kc · 5m · $5 · every ~12 min
20 · 10m
TramTram · 4m · $5 · every ~58 min

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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