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National Justice Museum
Interactive justice museum in a former courthouse and jail, bringing crime, punishment, and courtroom history to life in atmospheric historic buildings.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 6 trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.
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Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 43 miles (70 km) distance in 1h 16m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham.
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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C21301 | On time 10:49 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h30 | 12:19 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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G01003+ C17884+ G00844 | 8:04 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h55 | 9:59 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
C21303 | 8:49 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h29 | 10:18 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01005+ C17854+ G00938 | 9:04 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h56 | 11:00 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
C21302 | 9:49 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h28 | 11:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01009+ C17837+ G66712 | 10:04 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1h57 | 12:01 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham with East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, and Avanti West Coast. High-speed trains available on this route with East Midlands Railway and Avanti West Coast. Regional trains available on this route with East Midlands Railway and West Midlands Trains. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Interactive justice museum in a former courthouse and jail, bringing crime, punishment, and courtroom history to life in atmospheric historic buildings.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted church, known for changing exhibitions, talks, and a strong role in Nottingham's modern visual culture.
University museum with world-class archaeology, natural history, and art collections. A scholarly but accessible stop with strong family appeal.
Grand central square framed by civic buildings, fountains, and events. It is the natural starting point for exploring Nottingham's shopping streets and history.
Historic quarter of red-brick warehouses, showrooms, and hidden courtyards. A must for architecture, independent venues, and understanding the lace trade.
Large historic deer park around Wollaton Hall with lakes, woodland walks, and broad lawns. Ideal for nature, photography, and skyline views.
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.
A large pork pie linked to nearby Melton Mowbray in the East Midlands, prized for its hand-raised crust and seasoned uncured pork filling.
Blue Stilton from nearby Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands is a famous crumbly blue cheese with a rich, salty taste and protected heritage status.
Refined modern tasting menus in elegant surroundings. One of Nottingham’s best-known fine dining destinations for seasonal British cooking.
Popular specialist venue for authentic Indian street food and dosas. Casual, lively, and widely praised by locals and visitors.
Well-regarded modern British restaurant in the Lace Market, known for polished cooking, cocktails, and a stylish yet relaxed setting.
Moderate for a UK city: hotels and dining are cheaper than London, while buses, coffee, and casual meals are fairly priced for tourists.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Available at Longport: Parking.
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: 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. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444, 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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