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Nottingham Contemporary
Major contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market with changing international exhibitions, talks, and events in a striking modern building.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolverhampton to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wolverhampton to Nottingham will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from Wolverhampton to Nottingham without transferring at least once.
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W29907 · G00920
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G01158 · G66798
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W29907 · G00920Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. 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 $6, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Wolverhampton to Nottingham:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wolverhampton to Nottingham costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 27m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $34 (€28) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-9.17 (€-7.50). The journey takes 1h 30m versus 1h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Nottingham trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01002 · G00685 | On time 8:39 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h43 | 10:22 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
W33751+ G00807+ C21553 | On time 8:45 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 2h05 | 10:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
G01139 · G00937 | On time 9:15 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h46 | 11:01 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C16921+ G01061+ C21220 | On time 9:28 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h49 | 11:17 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
G01006 · G66495 | On time 9:39 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h43 | 11:22 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
Y80954+ G00740+ C21258 | On time 9:48 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h58 | 11:46 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
G01143 · G66713 | On time 10:15 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h46 | 12:01 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C16926+ G01065+ C21219 | On time 10:28 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h49 | 12:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
G01010 · G00687 | On time 10:39 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h43 | 12:22 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
Y80959+ G00699+ C21255 | On time 10:48 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h58 | 12:46 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
W29865 · G00892 | On time 11:15 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h48 | 1:03 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C16930+ G01068+ C21218 | On time 11:28 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h49 | 1:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
G01014 · G66500 | On time 11:39 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h43 | 1:22 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
Y80964+ G00700+ C21253 | On time 11:48 AM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h58 | 1:46 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
W29870 · G00942 | On time 12:15 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h47 | 2:02 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C16935+ G01070+ C21217 | On time 12:28 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h49 | 2:17 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
G01017 · G66501 | On time 12:39 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h43 | 2:22 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
Y80969+ G00705+ C21252 | On time 12:48 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h58 | 2:46 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
W29876 · G00899 | On time 1:15 PM Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 1h46 | 3:01 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Wolverhampton to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 3:52 AM |
Last train 10:38 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.
Major contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market with changing international exhibitions, talks, and events in a striking modern building.
Museum and art collections inside the restored castle complex, covering local history, decorative arts, and changing exhibitions.
Interactive museum in the former Shire Hall and county gaol exploring crime, punishment, and the legal system through historic courtrooms and cells.
Historic district of red-brick warehouses, creative businesses, bars, and heritage streetscapes, now one of the city's trendiest areas to explore.
Large deer park surrounding Wollaton Hall, popular for walks, views, seasonal colour, and social-media-friendly landscapes.
Main public square and gathering point in central Nottingham, convenient for events, people-watching, and access to nearby shopping streets.
Historic English blue cheese long associated with the East Midlands. Rich, creamy, and one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
A crumbly, nutty orange cheese from nearby Leicestershire, commonly enjoyed in the region in ploughman’s lunches and cheeseboards.
A classic Midlands snack of hot-water-crust pastry filled with seasoned pork, often eaten cold in pubs, markets, and picnic lunches.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant known for creative tasting menus, polished service, and one of Nottingham’s most celebrated food experiences.
Popular stylish restaurant serving Spanish-inspired small plates with strong local reputation for quality and a lively social atmosphere.
Historic pub beneath Nottingham Castle, famous for traditional British dishes, ales, and a distinctive heritage atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Budget eats are easy to find, while hotels and city-centre dining cost more.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if no service charge is added. Round up for taxis. No tip is expected for pubs or counter service.
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Nottingham Station, Nottingham -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton to Nottingham trains use the Wolverhampton to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Wolverhampton and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wolverhampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Wolverhampton.
ATMs are available at Wolverhampton.
Ticket office support is available at Wolverhampton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wolverhampton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wolverhampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wolverhampton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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.
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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