The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£90
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£107
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 8 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
362 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 362 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 8 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.
8:375h08Nottingham13:45Edinburgh Airport£901One-way0 changes
7:375h08Nottingham12:45Edinburgh Airport£1041One-way0 changes
7:535h07Nottingham13:00Edinburgh Airport£1271One-way0 changes
7:535h07Nottingham13:00Edinburgh Airport£1271One-way0 changes
8:375h08Nottingham13:45Edinburgh Airport£901One-way0 changes
7:375h08Nottingham12:45Edinburgh Airport£1041One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach for Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 11h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a coach costs an average of £33.
Distance: 362 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 15m Average total duration Fastest 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Edinburgh Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 10h 45m.
Live departures
Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:37 Nottingham | 5h08 | 12:45 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:39 Nottingham | 5h50 | 14:29 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport by coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport
Take a train from Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport and enjoy the approximately 362 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Distance 362 km |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Trains per day 22 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway from Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Nottingham and Edinburgh Airport from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport 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 Edinburgh Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Edinburgh Airport
Most Nottingham to Edinburgh Airport trains use the Nottingham to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Edinburgh Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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