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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Ashford
Showing times and prices for 27 Nov
Cheapest price
£94
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
244 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Ashford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Ashford will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.
Fast trains
To travel from Nottingham to Ashford you need to make at least one change.
05:492h29
Nottingham08:18Ashford
£941One-way
1 change
06:112h31
Nottingham08:42Ashford
£941One-way
1 change
06:492h29
Nottingham09:18Ashford
£941One-way
1 change
07:122h33
Nottingham09:45Ashford
£941One-way
1 change
07:482h27
Nottingham10:15Ashford
£941One-way
1 change
15:502h22
Nottingham18:12Ashford
£941One-way
1 change
09:502h25
Nottingham12:15Ashford
£941One-way
1 change
13:502h25
Nottingham16:15Ashford
£941One-way
1 change
14:502h25
Nottingham17:15Ashford
£941One-way
1 change
18:502h25
Nottingham21:15Ashford
£941One-way
1 change
Live departures
Nottingham to Ashford train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Ashford trains for tomorrow, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:13
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:49 Nottingham | 2h29 | 08:18 Ashford | 1 change | |
| 06:11 Nottingham | 2h31 | 08:42 Ashford | 1 change | |
| 06:49 Nottingham | 2h29 | 09:18 Ashford | 1 change | |
| 07:12 Nottingham | 2h33 | 09:45 Ashford | 1 change | |
| 07:48 Nottingham | 2h27 | 10:15 Ashford | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Ashford
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Trains from Nottingham to Ashford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 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 2h 57m.
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 |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 22:40 |
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
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Ashford trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Ashford from £53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
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
2h 57m
Cheapest Price
£53
East Midlands Trains frequency
6 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
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest Price
£95
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.
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.
The train distance from Nottingham to Ashford is 244 km.
The train journey from Nottingham to Ashford covers a distance of 244 km and takes approximately 2h 57m. Trains run 6 per day.
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.
The first train from Nottingham to Ashford leaves at 5:10.
A day trip from Nottingham to Ashford is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 57m. However, there are 6 trains per day. The distance is 244 km.
The last train from Nottingham to Ashford departs at 22:40.
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 cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Ashford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £53, while the average price tends to be around £69.
Trains from Nottingham to Ashford run approximately 6 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Ashford is by train, costing approximately £53.
Yes, there is a high-speed 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).
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Ashford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Ashford.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to Ashford.
To travel from Nottingham to Ashford, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Ashford
Nottingham
Ashford
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to Ashford.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Nottingham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Ashford is Ashford International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ashford International for your journey to Ashford from Nottingham.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 21:30 Sunday 06:00 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Car Park A
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: These are located in the booking hall on the domestic side of the station. They are also located in the subway adjacent to the gateline on the international side of the station.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platforms- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: on platform 1/2 there is a heated waiting room on platform 5/6 there is a heated waiting shelter The Station has a range of perch and standard height seating on all platforms.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: behind bus stop front of station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Ashford International
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt outside the booking hall.
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