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Nottingham Castle
Historic castle museum on Castle Rock with galleries, caves and exhibitions exploring rebellion, art and the city’s long story.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barking to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barking to Nottingham will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from Barking to Nottingham, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Trains from Barking to Nottingham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:22, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 3:22 |
Last train 22:32 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Barking to Nottingham.
The table below shows live departures for Barking to Nottingham trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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F88292+ C04191 · C21365+ Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London St Pancras International | On time 8:21 Barking station (BKG) | 3h20 | 11:41 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 changes | |
F88296+ W70927+ Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London St Pancras International | On time 8:51 Barking station (BKG) | 3h08 | 11:59 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
N05586+ C59725+ F88353+ Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Kings Cross | Delayed 10:33 9:16Barking station (BKG) | 3h09 | 12:25 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 changes | |
G08046+ C04443+ F88290+ Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London Kings Cross | Delayed 10:43 9:22Barking station (BKG) | 3h09 | 12:31 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 changes | |
C21560+ Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London St Pancras International+ F88352 | Delayed 11:00 9:46Barking station (BKG) | 3h12 | 12:58 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
W70921+ F88351+ Tube from London Fenchurch Street to London St Pancras International | Delayed 11:30 10:16Barking station (BKG) | 2h59 | 13:15 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
W70921+ Y65243+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London St Pancras International | Delayed 11:30 10:17Barking station (BKG) | 2h58 | 13:15 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
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Historic castle museum on Castle Rock with galleries, caves and exhibitions exploring rebellion, art and the city’s long story.
National museum dedicated to justice, crime and punishment, with immersive courts, cells and law galleries in former legal buildings.
Independent contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market showing changing exhibitions, talks and events in a distinctive modern building.
Historic quarter of warehouses, churches and creative venues, ideal for walking, architecture, independent shops and hidden courtyards.
Central square framed by major civic buildings, fountains and seasonal events, serving as Nottingham’s main gathering place.
Victorian public park with formal gardens, boating lake, deer park and woodland walks beside the dramatic hall.
A soft white cob filled with chips, often with salt, vinegar or curry sauce. It is a classic East Midlands fast-food staple tied to local cob culture.
A local bread roll from Nottingham and the East Midlands, known for its flour-dusted crust and soft centre. It is central to regional sandwich and bakery traditions.
A hard, crumbly blue cheese traditionally made in Nottinghamshire. It is one of England’s best-known historic cheeses and a strong local dairy speciality.
Modern British tasting menus in an intimate, elegant setting. A strong choice for refined dining in the city centre.
Well-known city-centre steakhouse and bar in a historic lace-market cellar. Lively atmosphere with grilled meats and cocktails.
Popular restaurant serving southern Indian dishes and street-food favourites. Casual, colourful and dependable for bold flavours.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and local transport stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barking 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 Barking to Nottingham trains use the Barking to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Barking and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Barking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Barking.
Wi-Fi is available at Barking. ATMs are available at Barking.
Ticket office support is available at Barking. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barking: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barking: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Lift from Platform Level to Concourse Level on Platform 1. Please use the help point to call for staff assistance to/from street level. Use subways between other platforms to reach Platform 1, Accessible taxis: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, 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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