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Wollaton Hall and Natural History Museum
Elizabethan mansion housing Nottingham’s natural history collections, set in a large deer park and well known as a filming location.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oakham to Nottingham 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 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oakham to Nottingham:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Oakham to Nottingham costing on average $10 (€9).
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 45m.
The journey is about 3m faster (55m by train vs 58m by car) and roughly $3 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($8 (€7) vs $11 (€9)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with east_midlands_trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Oakham to Nottingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 10:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Elizabethan mansion housing Nottingham’s natural history collections, set in a large deer park and well known as a filming location.
Major contemporary art gallery with changing exhibitions, striking modern architecture, and a strong national reputation.
Interactive museum in the former courthouse and gaol, exploring crime, punishment, and legal history in Nottingham.
Creative central neighborhood known for independent shops, street style, and an atmosphere especially popular with younger visitors.
Large public parkland around Wollaton Hall with deer, wide lawns, lakes, and one of the city’s best outdoor settings.
Leafy historic private estate with elegant architecture, quiet streets, and one of Nottingham’s most distinctive walks.
A famous English blue cheese traditionally associated with the East Midlands. It is rich, crumbly, and commonly served with biscuits, bread, or in sauces.
A classic Midlands savoury pie made with seasoned pork in hot-water crust pastry. It is a traditional pub and picnic food around Nottinghamshire.
Soft cooked marrowfat peas often served with pies, chips, or roast dinners. They are a familiar comfort food across Nottingham and the wider region.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant on the edge of the city, famous for tasting menus and one of Nottingham’s best-known culinary experiences.
Well-known city centre restaurant serving refined Spanish small plates in stylish surroundings. Popular for special occasions and high-quality cooking.
Established casual spot famous for inventive burgers and a lively atmosphere, with broad vegetarian and vegan options.
Moderate by UK standards. Chain cafes and pubs are affordable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service charge is uncommon outside some restaurants. Tip 10-12.5% for good table service, round up taxis, and no tip is expected in pubs or cafes.
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Nottingham Station, Nottingham -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oakham to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oakham to Nottingham trains use the Oakham to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Oakham and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oakham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Oakham.
Ticket office support is available at Oakham.
Available at Oakham: Parking.
Available at Oakham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oakham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level access to Peterborough bound platform. Ramp from the road to the Leicester bound platform. Restricted access between the platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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