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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Nottingham
Showing times and prices for Jul 31
Cheapest price
$196
Average price
$256
Fastest journey
4 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
518 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Nottingham will cost around $256 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $196.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Paris to Nottingham without transferring at least once.
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W708807:02 AM8h48Paris Gare du Nord2:50 PMNottingham station (NOT)$1961One-way1 transfer- 9007+C216527:02 AM6h48Paris Gare du Nord12:50 PMNottingham station (NOT)$1961One-way1 transfer
- 9007+C216577:02 AM7h06Paris Gare du Nord1:08 PMNottingham station (NOT)$2031One-way1 transfer
- 9015+W708809:12 AM6h38Paris Gare du Nord2:50 PMNottingham station (NOT)$2121One-way1 transfer
- 9009+W708807:42 AM8h08Paris Gare du Nord2:50 PMNottingham station (NOT)$2121One-way1 transfer
- 9015+C216529:12 AM4h38Paris Gare du Nord12:50 PMNottingham station (NOT)$2121One-way1 transfer
- 9019+W7087410:12 AM4h38Paris Gare du Nord1:50 PMNottingham station (NOT)$2491One-way1 transfer
- 9023+W7088011:12 AM4h38Paris Gare du Nord2:50 PMNottingham station (NOT)$2421One-way1 transfer
- 9039+C216473:12 PM4h43Paris Gare du Nord6:55 PMNottingham station (NOT)$2751One-way1 transfer
- 9037+W709222:30 PM4h48Paris Gare du Nord6:18 PMNottingham station (NOT)$3321One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Paris to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $266.
Distance: 321 miles (518 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$273 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $92 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 25m Average total duration 12h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Nottingham is a bus with an average price of $85 (€70).
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Nottingham:
A bus is $187 (€153) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Nottingham costing on average $273 (€223).
The fastest way to travel from Paris to Nottingham is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 49m.
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 6m.
Bus takes on average 12h 55m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Paris and Nottingham including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Nottingham among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 4h 9m sooner (4h 6m by train vs 8h 15m by car). Tickets start at around $273 (€223) compared to roughly $92 (€75) 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.
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.
Live departures
Paris to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Nottingham trains for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9039+C21785 | On time 3:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h05 | 7:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9039+C21647 | On time 3:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h43 | 6:55 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
9039+ G80148+C59747 | On time 3:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h18 | 7:30 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, July 31 | |||||
| 9007+C21652 | 7:02 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h48 | 12:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9007+W70880 | 7:02 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 8h48 | 2:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9007+C21657 | 7:02 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 7h06 | 1:08 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9009+W70880 | 7:42 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 8h08 | 2:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9009+C21657 | 7:42 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h26 | 1:08 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9009+C21652 | 7:42 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h08 | 12:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9015+W70880 | 9:12 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h38 | 2:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9015+C21657 | 9:12 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h56 | 1:08 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9015+C21652 | 9:12 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h38 | 12:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9019+W70877 | 10:12 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h57 | 2:09 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9019+W70880 | 10:12 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h38 | 2:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9019+W70874 | 10:12 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h38 | 1:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9023+W70880 | 11:12 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h38 | 2:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9023+C21651 | 11:12 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h56 | 3:08 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9023+C21776 | 11:12 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 7h38 | 5:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9027+W70922 | 12:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 7h06 | 6:18 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9027+C21647 | 12:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 7h43 | 6:55 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9027+C21776 | 12:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h38 | 5:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9029+W70922 | 12:42 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h36 | 6:18 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9029+C21776 | 12:42 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h08 | 5:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9029+C21647 | 12:42 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 7h13 | 6:55 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9031+C21776 | 1:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h38 | 5:50 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9031+C21647 | 1:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h43 | 6:55 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9031+W70922 | 1:12 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 6h06 | 6:18 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9037+C21785 | 2:30 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h47 | 7:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9037+W70922 | 2:30 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 4h48 | 6:18 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| 9037+C21647 | 2:30 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 5h25 | 6:55 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Nottingham
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United Kingdom
Trains from Paris to Nottingham run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $266 (€218) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 321 miles (518 km) distance in 2h 58m.
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 $48 (€39)
Distance 321 miles (518 km) |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $266 (€218) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 9:02 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 $48 (€39)
Train companies: Eurostar from Paris to Nottingham trainsEurostar trains will get you between Paris and Nottingham from $48 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Eurostar
About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Price
$266 (€218)
Eurostar frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Nottingham
Things to do in Nottingham
Discover the best of Nottingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nottingham trip today.
- Must visit
Nottingham Contemporary
Contemporary art gallery in a converted church, known for changing exhibitions, talks, and a strong role in Nottingham's modern visual culture.
- Recommended
University of Nottingham Museum at Lakeside Arts
University museum with world-class archaeology, natural history, and art collections. A scholarly but accessible stop with strong family appeal.
- Must visit
Old Market Square
Grand central square framed by civic buildings, fountains, and events. It is the natural starting point for exploring Nottingham's shopping streets and history.
- Must visit
Lace Market
Historic quarter of red-brick warehouses, showrooms, and hidden courtyards. A must for architecture, independent venues, and understanding the lace trade.
- Must visit
Wollaton Park
Large historic deer park around Wollaton Hall with lakes, woodland walks, and broad lawns. Ideal for nature, photography, and skyline views.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Chip Cob
A soft white cob filled with chips, often with salt, vinegar, and sauce. It is a classic Midlands takeaway snack strongly associated with local eating habits.
Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
A large pork pie linked to nearby Melton Mowbray in the East Midlands, prized for its hand-raised crust and seasoned uncured pork filling.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Stilton Cheese
Blue Stilton from nearby Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands is a famous crumbly blue cheese with a rich, salty taste and protected heritage status.
Restaurant Sat Bains
Refined modern tasting menus in elegant surroundings. One of Nottingham’s best-known fine dining destinations for seasonal British cooking.
Kayal
Popular specialist venue for authentic Indian street food and dosas. Casual, lively, and widely praised by locals and visitors.
Hart's Kitchen
Well-regarded modern British restaurant in the Lace Market, known for polished cooking, cocktails, and a stylish yet relaxed setting.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK city: hotels and dining are cheaper than London, while buses, coffee, and casual meals are fairly priced for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.20
- Day pass
- £5.30
To the city center
Nottingham Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Contactless card payment works on Nottingham trams and on many local buses, but bus fares and accepted payment methods vary by operator.
- Use the NETGO! app or ticket machines to buy tram tickets before boarding. Nottingham Station is a short walk or tram ride from Old Market Square.
FAQs: Trains from Paris to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.
Train ticket prices from Paris to Nottingham can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $266 (€218), while the average price is around $273 (€223).
The train from Paris to Nottingham takes 2h 58m and runs 12 per day.
The distance by train from Paris to Nottingham is 321 miles (518 km).
The first train from Paris to Nottingham leaves at 6:08 AM.
The last train from Paris to Nottingham leaves at 9:02 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Paris to Nottingham.
There is no direct train service currently available from Paris to Nottingham.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Paris to Nottingham.
The cheapest way to get from Paris to Nottingham is by bus, with a cost of around $48 (€39).
The train journey from Paris to Nottingham includes a scenic passage through the French and British countryside, offering views of picturesque landscapes, rolling hills, and charming villages, particularly after crossing the Channel and traveling through southern England.
A day trip from Paris to Nottingham is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 58m. Trains run 10 times per day.
In Nottingham, you can explore Old Market Square for shopping and dining, enjoy birdwatching at Attenborough Nature Reserve, and catch performances at Nottingham Playhouse. Visit Green's Windmill and Science Centre for interactive exhibits and stroll through The Arboretum. Notable sights include Nottingham Castle with its panoramic views and museum, Wollaton Hall housing the Natural History Museum, The City of Caves, Nottingham Contemporary art gallery, and the historic Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem pub.
To fully experience Nottingham's key attractions, such as Nottingham Castle, the City of Caves, and Wollaton Hall, a 2 to 3-day stay is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Paris to Nottingham.
Nottingham is outside the Schengen Area. Travelers departing from Paris will need a valid passport and may require a visa depending on their nationality. 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 Nottingham include Leicester, Derby, Sheffield, Birmingham, Loughborough.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Nottingham 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.
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.
In Nottingham, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the city center and public transport. Common scams include taxi overcharging and unofficial ticket sellers. It's advisable to use licensed taxis and purchase transport tickets only from official vendors to avoid fraud. Staying aware of surroundings and securing personal belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
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.
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