How to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham

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Compare train and bus for Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 58m. 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 €21, while a train costs an average of €37.

Distance: 43 miles (70 km)

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€37

Average price

€21

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Cheapest

€16

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1h 58m

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1h 28m

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3h 48m

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3h 18m

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1h 8m

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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 Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham is a bus with an average price of €21.

This is compared to other travel options from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham:

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham costing on average €37.

The fastest way to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 58m.

Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stoke-on-Trent and Nottingham including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €37 compared to roughly €16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-21.14. The journey takes 1h 28m versus 1h 8m 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.

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from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham

How to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham by train, bus or flight.

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:35 PM3h30
    Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station
    5:05 PMNottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)
    211One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:35 PM3h30
    Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station
    5:05 PMNottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)
    211One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG01015+West Midlands TrainsC17879+CrossCountryG66480
    11:06 AM1h47
    Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
    12:53 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    481One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • CrossCountryG01019+West Midlands TrainsC18021+CrossCountryG00943
    12:05 PM1h49
    Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
    1:54 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    481One-way
    2 transfers
  • West Midlands TrainsC17905 · C17882+CrossCountryG01066+East Midlands RailwayC21358
    8:55 AM3h52
    Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
    12:47 PMNottingham station (NOT)
    481One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stoke-on-Trent and Nottingham including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham is a bus with an average price of €17.

This is compared to other travel options from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham:

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham costing on average €37.

The fastest way to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 58m.

Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 10m.

The distance from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham is approximately 43 miles (70 km).
The average frequency per day from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham:
  • Trains mostly depart from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) and arrive in Nottingham station (NOT).
  • Buses mostly depart from Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station and arrive in Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Nottingham by bus.
  • Travel with CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast to go to Nottingham by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stoke-on-Trent to Nottingham:
  • 1 direct trains per day with East Midlands Railway.
Omio customers who travel from Stoke-on-Trent 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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