How to travel from Sheffield to Nottingham

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Compare bus and train for Sheffield to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, while a train costs an average of $10.

Distance: 32 miles (52 km)

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$10

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$10

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Cheapest

$15

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 32m

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Fastest

1h 2m

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30m

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1h 36m

Average total duration

1h 6m

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1h 1m

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National Express

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

The cheapest way to travel from Sheffield to Nottingham is a bus with an average price of $10 (€8).

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

A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield to Nottingham costing on average $14 (€12).

The fastest way to travel from Sheffield to Nottingham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 22m.

Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sheffield and Nottingham including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Sheffield to Nottingham among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 9m faster (52m by train vs 1h 1m by car) and roughly $0.28 (€0.23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 (€12) vs $15 (€12)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Sheffield to Nottingham

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Northern RailG89737
    10:06 AM0h52
    Sheffield station (SHF)
    10:58 AMNottingham station (NOT)
    $31One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Northern RailG89737
    10:06 AM0h52
    Sheffield station (SHF)
    10:58 AMNottingham station (NOT)
    $31One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • East Midlands RailwayC04350
    10:40 AM0h50
    Sheffield station (SHF)
    11:30 AMNottingham station (NOT)
    $41One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • East Midlands RailwayC04354
    11:40 AM0h50
    Sheffield station (SHF)
    12:30 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    $41One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89732
    9:06 AM0h52
    Sheffield station (SHF)
    9:58 AMNottingham station (NOT)
    $41One-way
    0 transfers
  • East Midlands RailwayC04363
    2:40 PM0h50
    Sheffield station (SHF)
    3:30 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    $41One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:00 AM1h15
    Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    4:15 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:15 AM1h20
    Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    7:35 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX240
    1:15 AM1h10
    Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    2:25 AMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Nottingham.

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There are 2 options to travel between Sheffield and Nottingham including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Sheffield to Nottingham is a bus with an average price of $10 (€8).

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

A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield to Nottingham costing on average $14 (€12).

The fastest way to travel from Sheffield to Nottingham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 22m.

Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 36m.

The distance from Sheffield to Nottingham is approximately 32 miles (52 km).
The average frequency per day from Sheffield to Nottingham is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Nottingham:
  • Buses mostly depart from Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) and arrive in Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
  • Trains mostly depart from Sheffield station (SHF) and arrive in Nottingham station (NOT).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sheffield to Nottingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Nottingham by bus.
  • Travel with East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited to go to Nottingham by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Sheffield to Nottingham with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
  • 7 direct trains per day with East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited.
Omio customers who travel from Sheffield 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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