4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£124
Average price
£138
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Nottingham will cost around £138 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £124.
Of the 3 trains that leave Guildford for Nottingham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 21 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.
9:353h15Guildford12:50Nottingham£1241One-way0 changes- 13:343h16Guildford16:50Nottingham£1261One-way0 changes
- 16:023h21Guildford19:23Nottingham£1631One-way0 changes
- 9:353h15Guildford12:50Nottingham£1241One-way0 changes
- 13:343h16Guildford16:50Nottingham£1261One-way0 changes
- 16:023h21Guildford19:23Nottingham£1631One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Guildford to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 195 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£100 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Guildford to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Monday 27 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:35 Guildford | 3h15 | 12:50 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Guildford to Nottingham by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Guildford to Nottingham.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Guildford to Nottingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Guildford to Nottingham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Nottingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Guildford to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 4:38 |
Last train 21:59 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry from Guildford to Nottingham trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Guildford and Nottingham from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Guildford to Nottingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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 Guildford and Nottingham
Most Guildford to Nottingham trains use the Guildford to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Guildford station do trains to Nottingham leave from?
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Road (Guildford) from Guildford city centre
London Road (Guildford) train station facilities and services
London Road (Guildford) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Road (Guildford).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Road (Guildford).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Guildford).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Road (Guildford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Road (Guildford): Bike Parking.
Which Nottingham station do trains from Guildford 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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