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12:123h06
Nottingham
15:18Ashford
£1351One-way
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Live departures

Nottingham to Ashford train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Ashford trains for today, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
5:14 Nottingham	2h31	7:45 Ashford	1 change
5:49 Nottingham	2h29	8:18 Ashford	1 change
6:10 Nottingham	2h31	8:41 Ashford	1 change
6:46 Nottingham	2h32	9:18 Ashford	1 change
7:12 Nottingham	2h33	9:45 Ashford	1 change
7:48 Nottingham	2h27	10:15 Ashford	1 change
8:50 Nottingham	2h28	11:18 Ashford	1 change
9:12 Nottingham	2h33	11:45 Ashford	1 change
9:50 Nottingham	2h25	12:15 Ashford	1 change
10:12 Nottingham	2h30	12:42 Ashford	1 change
10:50 Nottingham	2h28	13:18 Ashford	1 change
11:12 Nottingham	2h32	13:44 Ashford	1 change
11:50 Nottingham	2h28	14:18 Ashford	1 change
12:12 Nottingham	2h33	14:45 Ashford	1 change
12:50 Nottingham	2h28	15:18 Ashford	1 change
13:12 Nottingham	2h33	15:45 Ashford	1 change
13:50 Nottingham	2h25	16:15 Ashford	1 change
14:12 Nottingham	2h30	16:42 Ashford	1 change
14:50 Nottingham	2h25	17:15 Ashford	1 change
15:12 Nottingham	2h33	17:45 Ashford	1 change
15:50 Nottingham	2h22	18:12 Ashford	1 change
16:50 Nottingham	2h28	19:18 Ashford	1 change
17:50 Nottingham	2h28	20:18 Ashford	1 change
18:10 Nottingham	2h35	20:45 Ashford	1 change
18:50 Nottingham	2h28	21:18 Ashford	1 change
19:12 Nottingham	2h33	21:45 Ashford	1 change
19:50 Nottingham	2h28	22:18 Ashford	1 change
20:12 Nottingham	2h33	22:45 Ashford	1 change
20:48 Nottingham	2h57	23:45 Ashford	1 change
21:42 Nottingham	3h08	0:50 Ashford	1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Ashford

United Kingdom

Typically, there are 8 trains per day from Nottingham to Ashford, including direct trains, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 244 km distance in 3h 3m.

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

244 km

Average train duration

2h 30m

Lowest ticket price

£39

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 3m

First train

5:10

Last train

22:40

Cheapest Month

Aug

Cheapest Day

Mon

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Best time to book

77 days

Price information

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Ashford trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Ashford from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About

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.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 3m

Cheapest Price

£39

East Midlands Railway frequency

7 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies apply as per ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)

Quiet zone

Learn more about East Midlands Railway

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Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 22m

Cheapest Price

£96

east_midlands_trains frequency

25 a day

FAQs: Nottingham to Ashford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Ashford 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 Ashford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The train distance from Nottingham to Ashford is 244 km.

The first train from Nottingham to Ashford leaves at 5:10.

The last train from Nottingham to Ashford departs at 22:40.

Trains from Nottingham to Ashford run approximately 8 times per day.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to Ashford.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Ashford.

To travel from Nottingham to Ashford, you can take a train.

There is no night train service from Nottingham to Ashford.

The train station in Nottingham that goes to Ashford is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Ashford International (AFK).

Booking trains from Nottingham to Ashford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Nottingham to Ashford offers a mix of urban and rural views, with scenic countryside landscapes and charming towns along the route, especially as you pass through the East Midlands and into Kent.

A stay of 2-3 days in Ashford is generally sufficient to explore its attractions, including the Ashford Designer Outlet, Godinton House and Gardens, and nearby countryside.

Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Ashford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Ashford

Most Nottingham to Ashford trains use the Nottingham to Ashford International station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Ashford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nottingham

Arrival train stations in Ashford

Which Nottingham station do trains to Ashford leave from?

Trains from Nottingham to Ashford leave from Nottingham. The station is 1 km from Nottingham city centre at Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ.

NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060 Shopping

City-centre transport

Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre

Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min

48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min

Kc · 5m · £4 · every ~12 min

20 · 10m

TramTram · 4m · £4 · every ~58 min

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.

More about Nottingham

Which Ashford station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?

Trains from Nottingham to Ashford arrive at Ashford International. Ashford International is from Ashford city centre.

Ashford InternationalAshford International station, Station Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1EZ+44 3303339232 Shopping

City-centre transport

Getting to Ashford International from Ashford city centre

Bus501, 502E, 502, 507, 501E · 2m · £3 · every ~21 min

Ashford International train station facilities and services

Ashford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.