The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Ambergate
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £8
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £9
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 48 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 49 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 18
- Distance
- 25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Ambergate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Ambergate will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 18 trains from Nottingham to Ambergate, including 17 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 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.

6:14 1h02 Nottingham 7:16 Ambergate £8 1 One-way 0 changes
7:17 0h49 Nottingham 8:06 Ambergate £8 1 One-way 0 changes
8:16 0h50 Nottingham 9:06 Ambergate £8 1 One-way 0 changes
9:17 0h49 Nottingham 10:06 Ambergate £8 1 One-way 0 changes
10:17 0h49 Nottingham 11:06 Ambergate £8 1 One-way 0 changes

14:17 0h48 Nottingham 15:05 Ambergate £8 1 One-way 0 changes
7:17 0h49 Nottingham 8:06 Ambergate £8 1 One-way 0 changes
9:17 0h49 Nottingham 10:06 Ambergate £8 1 One-way 0 changes
10:17 0h49 Nottingham 11:06 Ambergate £8 1 One-way 0 changes
11:17 0h49 Nottingham 12:06 Ambergate £8 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Ambergate
Trains from Nottingham to Ambergate run on average 6 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 47m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 5:42 |
Last train 23:31 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Frequently asked questions about your Nottingham to Ambergate trip
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Live departures
Nottingham to Ambergate train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Ambergate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:33 Nottingham | 6h23 | 5:56 Ambergate | 1 change | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
![]() | 6:14 Nottingham | 1h02 | 7:16 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:17 Nottingham | 0h49 | 8:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:16 Nottingham | 0h50 | 9:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:17 Nottingham | 0h49 | 10:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:17 Nottingham | 0h49 | 11:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:17 Nottingham | 0h49 | 12:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:17 Nottingham | 0h49 | 13:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:17 Nottingham | 0h49 | 14:06 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:17 Nottingham | 0h48 | 15:05 Ambergate | 0 changesdirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Nottingham and Ambergate
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FAQs: Nottingham to Ambergate train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Ambergate 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 Ambergate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Ambergate
Most Nottingham to Ambergate trains use the Nottingham to Ambergate station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Ambergate train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Ambergate leave from?
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.
Which Ambergate station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?
Getting to Ambergate from Ambergate city centre
Ambergate train station facilities and services
Ambergate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ambergate.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ambergate: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ambergate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ambergate: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a step free Category A station. There is level access to the platform that serves both directions to Matlock-Nottingham/Newark Castle. This station has tactile paving at the edge of the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Nottingham to Ambergate
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