How to travel from Birmingham to Nottingham

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Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, while a train costs an average of $18.

Distance: 45 miles (73 km)

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$18

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$9

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1h 52m

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1h 22m

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2h 3m

Average total duration

1h 33m

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from Birmingham to Nottingham

How to get from Birmingham to Nottingham by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Birmingham to Nottingham is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • CrossCountryG66514
    7:09 PM1h11
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    8:20 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • CrossCountryG66514
    7:09 PM1h11
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    8:20 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG66835
    7:49 PM1h10
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    8:59 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • CrossCountryG66816
    10:10 PM1h13
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    11:23 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG66814
    8:49 PM1h14
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    10:03 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG00922
    6:49 PM1h10
    Birmingham New Street (BHM)
    7:59 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:15 PM1h50
    Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway
    12:05 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    $101One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:15 PM1h50
    Birmingham
    5:05 PMNottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX183
    7:45 AM2h05
    Birmingham, Coach Station
    9:50 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Birmingham to Nottingham

Travel to Nottingham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Nottingham.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Birmingham and Nottingham including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Nottingham is a bus with an average price of $9 (€7).

This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Nottingham:

A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Nottingham costing on average $18 (€15).

The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Nottingham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 52m.

Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 3m.

The distance from Birmingham to Nottingham is approximately 45 miles (73 km).
The average frequency per day from Birmingham to Nottingham is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Birmingham and Nottingham as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Birmingham to Nottingham:
  • Trains mostly depart from Birmingham New Street (BHM) and arrive in Nottingham station (NOT).
  • Buses mostly depart from Birmingham, Coach Station and arrive in Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Birmingham to Nottingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country to go to Nottingham by train.
  • Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Nottingham by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Birmingham to Nottingham with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Cross Country.
  • 8 direct buses per day with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Birmingham to Nottingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Leicester, Skegness. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nottingham and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nottingham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
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.
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