How to travel from Newcastle to Nottingham

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Compare bus and train for Newcastle to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, while a train costs an average of $117.

Distance: 141 miles (227 km)

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$20

Average price

Cheapest

$117

Average price

4h 55m

Average total duration

4h 25m

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30m

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3h 15m

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2h 45m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Newcastle to Nottingham is a bus with an average price of $20 (€16).

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

A bus is $46 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle to Nottingham costing on average $65 (€53).

The fastest way to travel from Newcastle to Nottingham is by train with an average journey time of 3h 37m.

Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Newcastle and Nottingham including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Newcastle to Nottingham among Omio's users.

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from Newcastle to Nottingham

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:00 AM3h50
    Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
    5:50 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:00 AM3h50
    Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
    5:50 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • London North Eastern RailwayC01924+East Midlands RailwayC59725
    9:27 AM2h58
    Newcastle station (NCL)
    12:25 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    $1851One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • London North Eastern RailwayC01926+CrossCountryW29869+Northern RailG89745
    8:58 AM3h01
    Newcastle station (NCL)
    11:59 AMNottingham station (NOT)
    $1511One-way
    2 transfers
  • CrossCountryW29869+Northern RailG89745
    8:30 AM3h29
    Newcastle station (NCL)
    11:59 AMNottingham station (NOT)
    $1511One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryW29874 · G66480
    9:36 AM3h17
    Newcastle station (NCL)
    12:53 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    $1741One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX180
    11:50 PM4h35
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    4:25 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:20 AM4h45
    Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
    2:05 PMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    $241One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:10 AM4h30
    Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street
    3:40 PMNottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)
    $281One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Nottingham.

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There are 2 options to travel between Newcastle and Nottingham including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Newcastle to Nottingham is a bus with an average price of $20 (€16).

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

A bus is $46 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle to Nottingham costing on average $65 (€53).

The fastest way to travel from Newcastle to Nottingham is by train with an average journey time of 3h 37m.

Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 55m.

The distance from Newcastle to Nottingham is approximately 141 miles (227 km).
The average frequency per day from Newcastle to Nottingham is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Nottingham:
  • Trains mostly depart from Newcastle station (NCL) and arrive in Nottingham station (NOT).
  • Buses mostly depart from Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station and arrive in Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Newcastle to Nottingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Transpennine Express to go to Nottingham by train.
  • Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Nottingham by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Newcastle to Nottingham:
  • 4 direct buses per day with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Newcastle to Nottingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, Leicester. 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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