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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Falkirk

Showing times and prices for 31 Mar

Cheapest price

£187

Average price

£206

Fastest journey

5 h 10 m

Average duration

5 h 12 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

379 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Falkirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nottingham to Falkirk will cost around £206 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £187.

Fast trains

To travel from Nottingham to Falkirk you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • East Midlands Railways
    06:005h10
    Nottingham
    11:10Falkirk
    £1871One-way
    2 changes
  • East Midlands Railways
    11:455h14
    Nottingham
    16:59Falkirk
    £2251One-way
    2 changes

Live departures

Nottingham to Falkirk train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Falkirk trains for tomorrow, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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east_midlands_trains06:00 Nottingham
5h10
11:10 Falkirk2 changes
east_midlands_trains11:45 Nottingham
5h14
16:59 Falkirk2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Falkirk

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Trains from Nottingham to Falkirk run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £188 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 18:41. The fastest train covers the 379 km distance in 4h 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
379 km
Average train duration
6h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
£188
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
4h 57m
First train
05:13
Last train
18:41
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 from Nottingham to Falkirk trainsNorthern Rail, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Falkirk from £188. 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
5h 43m
Cheapest Price
£248
Northern Rail frequency
4 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
4h 57m
Cheapest Price
£188
east_midlands_trains frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Nottingham to Falkirk train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Falkirk can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £188, while the average price tends to be around £247.
The train journey from Nottingham to Falkirk covers a distance of 379 km and takes approximately 4h 57m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Nottingham to Falkirk is 379 km.
The first train from Nottingham to Falkirk leaves at 5:13.
The last train from Nottingham to Falkirk departs at 18:41.
Trains from Nottingham to Falkirk run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Nottingham to Falkirk.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Falkirk.
To get from Nottingham to Falkirk, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to Falkirk.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Falkirk is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Falkirk High (FKK).
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Falkirk is by train, costing approximately £188.
Booking trains from Nottingham to Falkirk 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 Falkirk offers a variety of scenery, including picturesque countryside views, rolling hills, and glimpses of charming towns and villages along the route, making it a pleasant experience for travellers.
A day trip from Nottingham to Falkirk is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 57m. Trains run 4 times per day over a distance of 379 km.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Falkirk's main attractions, such as the Falkirk Wheel, the Kelpies, and Callendar House.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Falkirk.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Falkirk

Nottingham
Falkirk
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 Falkirk.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
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 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.

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