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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.
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£2
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£8
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
23 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
23 m
Trains on 31 Aug
47
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Nottingham will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 47 trains from Derby to Nottingham, including 47 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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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K66074Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 22 km
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Derby to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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C21156 | 5:21 Derby station (DBY) | 0h37 | 5:58 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21289 | 6:54 Derby station (DBY) | 0h30 | 7:24 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21268 | 7:18 Derby station (DBY) | 0h26 | 7:44 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00676 | 7:36 Derby station (DBY) | 0h25 | 8:01 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21305 | 7:47 Derby station (DBY) | 0h30 | 8:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21265 | 8:18 Derby station (DBY) | 0h28 | 8:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00681 | 8:38 Derby station (DBY) | 0h25 | 9:03 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21304 | 8:47 Derby station (DBY) | 0h30 | 9:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21262 | 9:18 Derby station (DBY) | 0h28 | 9:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
K66085 | 9:36 Derby station (DBY) | 0h23 | 9:59 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21303 | 9:48 Derby station (DBY) | 0h29 | 10:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21259 | 10:18 Derby station (DBY) | 0h28 | 10:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
K66077 | 10:36 Derby station (DBY) | 0h24 | 11:00 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21302 | 10:47 Derby station (DBY) | 0h30 | 11:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21257 | 11:18 Derby station (DBY) | 0h28 | 11:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
K66084 | 11:36 Derby station (DBY) | 0h25 | 12:01 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21301 | 11:47 Derby station (DBY) | 0h30 | 12:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21256 | 12:18 Derby station (DBY) | 0h28 | 12:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00688 | 12:37 Derby station (DBY) | 0h25 | 13:02 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21300 | 12:47 Derby station (DBY) | 0h30 | 13:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21254 | 13:18 Derby station (DBY) | 0h28 | 13:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
K66076 | 13:36 Derby station (DBY) | 0h23 | 13:59 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21299 | 13:47 Derby station (DBY) | 0h30 | 14:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21251 | 14:18 Derby station (DBY) | 0h28 | 14:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
K66083 | 14:37 Derby station (DBY) | 0h25 | 15:02 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21298 | 14:47 Derby station (DBY) | 0h30 | 15:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21250 | 15:18 Derby station (DBY) | 0h28 | 15:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
K66073 | 15:36 Derby station (DBY) | 0h23 | 15:59 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21297 | 15:48 Derby station (DBY) | 0h29 | 16:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21247 | 16:18 Derby station (DBY) | 0h28 | 16:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
K66082 | 16:36 Derby station (DBY) | 0h25 | 17:01 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21296 | 16:47 Derby station (DBY) | 0h30 | 17:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21246 | 17:18 Derby station (DBY) | 0h28 | 17:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
K66074 | 17:37 Derby station (DBY) | 0h24 | 18:01 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21295 | 17:47 Derby station (DBY) | 0h27 | 18:14 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Derby to Nottingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 23m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Discover the best of Nottingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nottingham trip today.
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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Nottingham Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
The short journey from Derby to Nottingham, which can be completed in as little as 25 minutes, is offered up to four times an hour each day during peak times by CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains. The majority of services, which commence at 6:00 a.m., are direct, though some trains operated by East Midlands Trains require a change at East Midlands Parkway. Services continue into the night, with the final train each day departing Derby just before midnight.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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 Derby to Nottingham trains use the Derby to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
ATMs are available at Derby.
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this 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.
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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