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Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Dronfield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Dronfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £25.
Distance: 44 km
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1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Nottingham to Dronfield trains with Omio?
Northern Rail as well as east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Nottingham to Dronfield.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nottingham to Dronfield.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Dronfield.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nottingham to Dronfield.
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Dronfield.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Dronfield
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Dronfield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 43m.
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 44 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 5:21 |
Last train 23:08 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
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: Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Nottingham to Dronfield trainsNorthern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Nottingham and Dronfield from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
£5
Northern Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
42m
Cheapest Price
£15
east_midlands_trains frequency
4 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
42m
Cheapest Price
£8
Northern Trains Limited frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Nottingham to Dronfield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Dronfield 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 Dronfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Dronfield can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Nottingham to Dronfield covers a distance of 44 km and takes approximately 43m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Nottingham to Dronfield is 44 km.
The first train from Nottingham to Dronfield leaves at 5:21.
The last train from Nottingham to Dronfield departs at 23:08.
Trains from Nottingham to Dronfield run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Nottingham to Dronfield.
Yes, there is a direct train between Nottingham and Dronfield. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Nottingham to Dronfield, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to Dronfield.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Dronfield is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Dronfield station (DRO).
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Dronfield is by train, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Nottingham to Dronfield 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 Dronfield offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the picturesque countryside and rolling hills as the train passes through Derbyshire, providing a pleasant and scenic travel experience.
Yes, a day trip from Nottingham to Dronfield is feasible, with a journey duration of 43m, distance of 44 km, and a train frequency of 3 per day.
Two to three days in Dronfield should be sufficient to explore its attractions, enjoy local dining, and experience its charming atmosphere.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Dronfield.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Dronfield
Nottingham
Dronfield
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 Dronfield.
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 Dronfield is Dronfield. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dronfield for your journey to Dronfield from Nottingham.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via road and down ramp.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Dronfield
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at service bus stops on both sides of the main road at the front of the station (Chesterfield Road B6057). Turning circle is for local buses only.
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