Lincoln to Nottingham train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for 19 Apr

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£16

Fastest journey

49 m

Average duration

52 m

Trains per day

Distance

51 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lincoln to Nottingham will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Lincoln for Nottingham every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .

The slowest trains will take 54 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.

Cheapest

W22204

13:350h50

Lincoln Central (LCN)

14:25Nottingham station (NOT)

£101One-way

0 changes

W22174

08:390h49

Lincoln Central (LCN)

09:28Nottingham station (NOT)

£131One-way

0 changes

W22186

10:350h52

Lincoln Central (LCN)

11:27Nottingham station (NOT)

£181One-way

0 changes

W22198

12:350h54

Lincoln Central (LCN)

13:29Nottingham station (NOT)

£181One-way

0 changes

W22192

11:330h53

Lincoln Central (LCN)

12:26Nottingham station (NOT)

£181One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Lincoln to Nottingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.

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Most popular Train	Coach
£14 Average Price	£14 Average Price Cheapest
1h 27m average duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 16m average duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Lincoln to Nottingham train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 April

Last updated at 19:32

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
W22174	On time 07:39 Lincoln Central (LCN)	0h49	08:28 Nottingham station (NOT)	0 changesdirect
W22180	On time 08:33 Lincoln Central (LCN)	0h54	09:27 Nottingham station (NOT)	0 changesdirect
W22186	On time 09:35 Lincoln Central (LCN)	0h52	10:27 Nottingham station (NOT)	0 changesdirect
W22192	On time 10:33 Lincoln Central (LCN)	0h53	11:26 Nottingham station (NOT)	0 changesdirect
W22198	On time 11:35 Lincoln Central (LCN)	0h54	12:29 Nottingham station (NOT)	0 changesdirect
W22204	On time 12:35 Lincoln Central (LCN)	0h50	13:25 Nottingham station (NOT)	0 changesdirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lincoln to Nottingham

United Kingdom

Trains from Lincoln to Nottingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

50 km

Average train duration

57m

Cheapest ticket price

£5

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

49m

First train

05:16

Last train

21:42

Price information

Train providers: East Midlands Trains trains Lincoln to Nottingham

Travel between Lincoln and Nottingham from £5 with Omio’s train partners East Midlands Trains! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

Train information from Lincoln to Nottingham with East Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 49 min
Cheapest Price: £5

Trains from Lincoln to Nottingham

Rail travel offers a great way to reach Nottingham for anyone in the Lincoln area. Trains leave every hour throughout the week from Lincoln Central, with a total of 12 to 15 services every day. And the journey time isn't long. With an average duration of just over 50 minutes, travellers can get to Nottingham in a 'flash'.

Which train companies travel from Lincoln to Nottingham?

All trains from Lincoln to Nottingham are provided by the same company. East Midlands Trains is the sole operator on the route, running a seven-days-a-week, all-year-round schedule between the two historic cities.

How long is the train from Lincoln to Nottingham?

The journey from Lincoln to Nottingham is extremely quick. Travellers can expect to reach Nottingham station 50 to 54 minutes after departing from Lincoln Central, with no changes needed at any point.

How many trains are there from Lincoln to Nottingham?

There should be 12 to 15 services every day between Lincoln Central and Nottingham. Trains travel direct, with no changes needed, and services begin as early as 5:30 a.m. So, finding the right departure time should be easy.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Lincoln to Nottingham?

Departure train station: All trains bound for Nottingham will leave from Lincoln Central. Located on St. Mary's Street in the centre of the city, the station is readily accessible from all corners of the Lincoln urban area. Buses stop outside the station on Wigford Way and include handy routes like the 100L, which covers most of northern Lincoln. At the station, passengers can grab snacks and coffees, use toilet facilities, take money out of ATMs and shop for essentials at a small on-site store.

Arrival train station: Trains from Lincoln will arrive at Nottingham Station – the city's major rail transport hub. The station is around 700 metres south of the centre, but visitors can quickly get there via bus routes including the 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 or 10. All pass by the station and also provide access to sporting venues in the south such as Trent Bridge or the City Ground. Those who want to continue their journey to East Midlands Airport can take direct rail connections. The airport is only 13 miles away from the station, and transfers will take 15 minutes maximum. Visitors heading to the University can take trams to the University Park Campus or buses to the Jubilee Campus.

FAQs: Lincoln to Nottingham train

FAQs: Travel by train from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Nottingham.

Cheap train tickets from Lincoln to Nottingham can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lincoln to Nottingham is £13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Lincoln to Nottingham train travel time is 49 min for the 31 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Lincoln to Nottingham leaves at 05: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Lincoln to Nottingham leaves at 23: 58.

Yes, there are 6 direct trains a day from Lincoln to Nottingham with East Midlands Trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Nottingham. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Lincoln to Nottingham.

Take the Lincoln to Nottingham train with East Midlands Trains. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Nottingham from Lincoln as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 58.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Lincoln Central, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Nottingham, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Nottingham from Lincoln is worth doing with a journey time of 49 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Lincoln to Nottingham is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lincoln and Nottingham including taking a coach or train.

Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln and Nottingham

Lincoln

Nottingham

The major train station for departures in Lincoln is Lincoln Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lincoln Central for your trip from Lincoln to Nottingham.

Lincoln Central Shopping

Amenities at train station

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Lincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
Accessible toilets: Yes
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: Yes
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets

Public transport options for Lincoln Central