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C178068:525h07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:59Nottingham station (NOT)£591One-way2 changes- W34124+
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C0437212:525h42Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:34Nottingham station (NOT)£841One-way2 changes - W29873+
G897498:084h50Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:58Nottingham station (NOT)£1181One-way1 change - W34124+G00946+C1779112:525h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:01Nottingham station (NOT)£1181One-way2 changes
- W29868+G897437:034h55Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:58Nottingham station (NOT)£1421One-way1 change
G08175+G01180 · G664947:004h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:22Nottingham station (NOT)£2031One-way2 changes- G80061+G01186 · G6650612:004h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)16:22Nottingham station (NOT)£2031One-way2 changes
- G08186+G01184 · G664999:004h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:22Nottingham station (NOT)£2031One-way2 changes
- G08180 · C01925+C597278:004h25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:25Nottingham station (NOT)£2031One-way2 changes
- C02002+C216067:304h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:02Nottingham station (NOT)£2031One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Nottingham
The cheapest option from Edinburgh to Nottingham is coach, with an average price of £27. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Nottingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.
Distance: 359 km
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£117 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest option |
5h 10m Average total duration Fastest option 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W29862+G89737 | 6:02 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h56 | 10:58 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
| W84896+C04350 | 6:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h18 | 11:30 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
| C02042+C21603 | 6:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h38 | 11:08 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
| G08175+G01180 · G66494 | 7:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h22 | 11:22 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
| W29868+G89743 | 7:03 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h55 | 11:58 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
| C02002+C21606 | 7:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h32 | 12:02 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
| G08180 · C01925+C59727 | 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h25 | 12:25 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
| W29873+G89749 | 8:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h50 | 12:58 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
| W84901+C04357 | 8:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h18 | 13:30 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
| C02015+C21800 | 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h38 | 13:08 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
| W33933+G00941+C17806 | 8:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h07 | 13:59 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
| G08186+G01184 · G66499 | 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h22 | 13:22 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
| G80061+G01186 · G66506 | 12:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h22 | 16:22 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
| G01154+G89772 | 12:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h55 | 17:00 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
| W84912+C04368 | 12:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h20 | 17:32 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
| C02007+C21612 | 12:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h38 | 17:08 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
| W34124+W84915+C04372 | 12:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h42 | 18:34 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
| W34124+G00946+C17791 | 12:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h09 | 18:01 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Nottingham
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Typically, there are 8 trains per day from Edinburgh to Nottingham, including direct trains, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 359 km distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 359 km |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Lowest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 19:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Nottingham trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Nottingham from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Nottingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Nottingham
Most Edinburgh to Nottingham trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Nottingham station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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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