St Albans to Nottingham train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from St Albans to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for Mar 23

Cheapest price

$28

Average price

$28

Fastest journey

2 h 23 m

Average duration

2 h 23 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

145 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Albans to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from St Albans to Nottingham will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave St Albans for Nottingham on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 145 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .

On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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 Trains
09:27AM2h23
St Albans
11:50AMNottingham
$281One-way
0 transfers

Live departures

St Albans to Nottingham train times

The table below shows live departures for St Albans to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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east_midlands_railway9:27 AM St Albans
2h23
11:50 AM Nottingham0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from St Albans to Nottingham

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Trains from St Albans to Nottingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 1h 51m.

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
Distance
90 miles (145 km)
Average train duration
2h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
$28 (€23)
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 51m
First train
04:32
Last train
23:16
Cheapest month
Dec
Cheapest day
Sat
High season
Apr - Jun
Low season
Oct - Dec
Best day to book ahead
42 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

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, Thameslink from St Albans to Nottingham trainsEast Midlands Trains, Thameslink trains will get you between St Albans and Nottingham from $28 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

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 Duration
1h 51m
Cheapest Price
$28 (€23)
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

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 1m
Cheapest Price
$99 (€80)
Thameslink frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from St Albans to Nottingham

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from St Albans to Nottingham can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $28 (€23), while the average price is around $59 (€48).
The train from St Albans to Nottingham takes 1h 51m and runs 5 per day.
The first train from St Albans to Nottingham leaves at 4:32 AM.
The distance by train from St Albans to Nottingham is 90 miles (145 km).
The last train from St Albans to Nottingham leaves at 11:16 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from St Albans to Nottingham.
There is no direct train service currently available from St Albans to Nottingham.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from St Albans to Nottingham.
The train station in St Albans that goes to Nottingham is St Albans City (SAC), which connects to Nottingham station (NOT).
The cheapest way to get from St Albans to Nottingham is by train, with a cost of around $28 (€23).
The train journey from St Albans to Nottingham offers a variety of scenic views, including stretches of countryside, rolling hills, and glimpses of charming English villages, providing a pleasant visual experience along the way.
A day trip from St Albans to Nottingham is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 51m. However, trains run 4 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 St Albans to Nottingham.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from St Albans to Nottingham

St Albans
Nottingham
The major train station for departures in St Albans is St Albans City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Albans City for your trip from St Albans to Nottingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 05:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:15 Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Victoria Street Multi Storey Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on each platform
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Station Way & Ridgmont Road
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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