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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.
Cheapest price on Oct 17
$24
Average ticket price on Oct 17
$89
Fastest journey on Oct 17
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on Oct 17
1 h 53 m
Trains on Oct 17
44
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Nottingham will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
It's difficult to get from York to Nottingham without transferring at least once.
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C59720Trains from York to Nottingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€22) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:15, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 69 miles (112 km) distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 69 miles (112 km) |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€22) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 2:15 AM |
Last train 10:36 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for York to Nottingham trains for today, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C02046+ C21790 | On time 4:55 PM York station (YRK) | 2h16 | 7:11 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
G66824+ W70826 · C21806 | On time 5:36 PM York station (YRK) | 2h04 | 7:40 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
G66824 · G00689 | On time 5:36 PM York station (YRK) | 1h50 | 7:26 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, October 17 | |||||
C01967+ C59720 | 8:31 AM York station (YRK) | 1h54 | 10:25 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
G01146+ G89738 | 8:48 AM York station (YRK) | 2h12 | 11:00 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C02043+ C21605 | 8:56 AM York station (YRK) | 2h12 | 11:08 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C01938+ C59724 | 9:31 AM York station (YRK) | 1h54 | 11:25 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
W29867+ G89744 | 9:45 AM York station (YRK) | 2h15 | 12:00 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C02003+ C21608 | 9:55 AM York station (YRK) | 2h07 | 12:02 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C01973+ C59732 | 12:31 PM York station (YRK) | 1h55 | 2:26 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
W29885+ G89761 | 12:42 PM York station (YRK) | 2h18 | 3:00 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
W29934 · G66503+ C01941+ W84691 | 12:55 PM York station (YRK) | 2h27 | 3:22 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 transfers | |
C01941+ C21827 | 12:55 PM York station (YRK) | 2h13 | 3:08 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C01957+ C59734 | 1:31 PM York station (YRK) | 1h54 | 3:25 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
G01151+ G89767 | 1:51 PM York station (YRK) | 2h09 | 4:00 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
G01187 · G66505+ C02030+ W84698 | 1:55 PM York station (YRK) | 2h27 | 4:22 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 transfers | |
C02030+ W84698+ C21580 | 1:55 PM York station (YRK) | 2h35 | 4:30 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
C02030+ C21611 | 1:55 PM York station (YRK) | 2h07 | 4:02 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C01951+ C59737 | 2:31 PM York station (YRK) | 1h54 | 4:25 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
G01156+ G89773 | 2:42 PM York station (YRK) | 2h18 | 5:00 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C02009+ W84704+ C04370 | 2:56 PM York station (YRK) | 2h36 | 5:32 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
W29938 · G66507+ C02009+ W84704 | 2:56 PM York station (YRK) | 2h31 | 5:27 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 transfers | |
C02009+ C21613 | 2:56 PM York station (YRK) | 2h13 | 5:09 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C01908+ C59740 | 3:31 PM York station (YRK) | 1h56 | 5:27 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
G01162+ G89779 | 3:46 PM York station (YRK) | 2h14 | 6:00 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C02013+ C21823 | 3:55 PM York station (YRK) | 2h13 | 6:08 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
C02013+ W84709+ C04373 | 3:55 PM York station (YRK) | 2h37 | 6:32 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 transfers | |
G01189 · G66509+ C02013+ W84709 | 3:55 PM York station (YRK) | 2h32 | 6:27 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 transfers | |
C01977+ C59742 | 4:31 PM York station (YRK) | 1h54 | 6:25 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
G01164+ G89785 | 4:43 PM York station (YRK) | 2h15 | 6:58 PM Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 transfer | |
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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.
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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Nottingham Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York to Nottingham trains use the York to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Ticket office support is available at York.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, 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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