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Newark Air Museum
Major aviation museum with extensive aircraft displays and strong Royal Air Force history. A leading regional museum and essential visit for aviation fans.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Newark-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Newark-on-Trent will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 4 trains that leave Nottingham for Newark-on-Trent on Mon, Jul 27, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 27 the direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
On Mon, Jul 27 the slowest trains will take 36 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Newark-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 16 miles (26 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Newark-on-Trent:
A train is $6 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nottingham to Newark-on-Trent costing on average $16 (€16).
Other travel options to Newark-on-Trent take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 0m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (29m by train vs 39m by car). Tickets start at around $10 (€10) compared to roughly $6 (€6) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with east_midlands_trains.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Newark-on-Trent trains for today, Sunday, July 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:54 PM Nottingham | 0h26 | 2:20 PM Newark-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:54 PM Nottingham | 0h26 | 7:20 PM Newark-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, July 27 | |||||
![]() | 9:27 AM Nottingham | 0h32 | 9:59 AM Newark-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Nottingham to Newark-on-Trent run on average 7 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 23m.
Distance 16 miles (26 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
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Discover the best of Newark-on-Trent — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Newark-on-Trent trip today.
Major aviation museum with extensive aircraft displays and strong Royal Air Force history. A leading regional museum and essential visit for aviation fans.
National Civil War Centre explores the British Civil Wars through Newark’s siege history, interactive displays, and nationally important collections.
Town museum in the historic town hall, presenting Newark’s civic story, fine art, and changing exhibitions in an important heritage building.
Main square framed by heritage buildings, markets, and civic landmarks. It is the best place to feel Newark’s atmosphere and begin a walking tour.
Large riverside green space with Civil War earthworks, sports areas, and event space. Excellent for walks, history, and broad views of open parkland.
Pleasant waterside path beside the River Trent, offering castle views, birdlife, and a relaxing way to experience Newark beyond the town centre.
A blue-veined cow's milk cheese made in Nottinghamshire. Rich, creamy and crumbly, it is one of the county's best-known traditional foods.
A hard, salty cured pork sausage from nearby Lincolnshire, often sliced cold in pubs and farm shops around Newark.
Pork sausages seasoned with sage and herbs, a classic East Midlands breakfast and pub dish commonly eaten in Newark.
Well-known local Indian restaurant with a long-standing reputation for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service.
Refined dining in a historic riverside castle hotel. Known for polished British cooking, tasting menus and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Traditional pub by the market area serving cask ales and classic British dishes in a historic, characterful setting.
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are typical for a market town, while local transport and coffee are usually cheaper than major UK cities.
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, 10% is polite for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafes is optional, usually just small change.
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Newark Northgate -> Market Place, Newark-on-Trent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Newark-on-Trent 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 Newark-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nottingham to Newark-on-Trent trains use the Nottingham to Newark Castle station pair, with some services arriving at Newark Northgate. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Newark-on-Trent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Nottingham.
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Newark Castle is 1 km from Newark-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Castle has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Newark Castle.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Castle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23.
Available at Newark Castle: Parking, WC.
Available at Newark Castle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Castle: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access to both platforms via ramps with shallow gradients. Access between platforms is via a level crossing which has an uneven surface due to the tracks. This station has tactile paving at the edge of platform 1 but not at the edge of platform 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Newark Northgate is 2 km from Newark-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Northgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Newark Northgate.
ATMs are available at Newark Northgate.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Northgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newark Northgate: Parking, WC.
Available at Newark Northgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Northgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable, 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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