- Must visit
Wollaton Hall, Natural History Museum & Deer Park
Elizabethan mansion housing Nottingham’s natural history collections, set in a large park famous for deer and film-location appeal.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stevenage to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stevenage to Nottingham will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
It's difficult to get from Stevenage to Nottingham without transferring at least once.
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C21589Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stevenage to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$49 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stevenage to Nottingham:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stevenage to Nottingham costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 51m.
You'll arrive about 30m sooner (1h 46m by train vs 2h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $49 (€40) compared to roughly $38 (€31) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Stevenage to Nottingham trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:15 PM Stevenage | 2h20 | 6:35 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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C01964+ C59728 | 11:55 AM Stevenage station (SVG) | 1h29 | 1:24 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Stevenage to Nottingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:10, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 2:10 AM |
Last train 10:47 PM |
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Discover the best of Nottingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nottingham trip today.
Elizabethan mansion housing Nottingham’s natural history collections, set in a large park famous for deer and film-location appeal.
Major contemporary art gallery known for changing exhibitions, strong public programme, and striking modern architecture in the Lace Market.
Historic house museum best known as the ancestral home of Lord Byron, with period interiors, collections, and landscaped gardens.
Historic quarter of red-brick warehouses, creative businesses, bars, and heritage streetscapes; one of Nottingham’s best walking areas.
Expansive parkland surrounding Wollaton Hall, loved for walking, deer spotting, and wide open views close to the city.
Trendy central neighborhood known for independent shops, street life, and a strong local character popular with younger visitors.
A famous English blue cheese long associated with the East Midlands. It is rich, creamy, and often served on cheeseboards or in sauces at pubs and restaurants around Nottingham.
A classic East Midlands savoury pie with seasoned pork in hot-water crust pastry. Melton Mowbray style pork pies are especially tied to the wider region and are widely eaten locally.
A traditional English hard cheese produced in the Midlands, known for its orange colour and nutty flavour. It often appears in ploughman’s lunches and local cheese selections.
A celebrated fine-dining restaurant with tasting menus, creative modern British cooking, and one of Nottingham’s best-known food destinations.
A modern Michelin-starred restaurant in a converted Victorian coach house, known for inventive tasting menus and polished service.
A popular city-centre restaurant serving refined tapas in a stylish setting. It is well known locally for lively dining and strong cooking.
Costs are moderate by UK standards. Pubs and casual dining are reasonable, while central hotels and upscale restaurants cost more.
Service charge is not always included. Tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and tipping in pubs or cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stevenage 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.

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