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Dacorum Heritage Trust Museum Store
The town’s main museum tells the story of Hemel Hempstead and the wider borough through local history displays, objects and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£46
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£89
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 44 m
Trains on 18 Sept
11
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Hemel Hempstead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Hemel Hempstead will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
To travel from Nottingham to Hemel Hempstead you need to make at least 3 changes.
W70694+
G66946+
C17874 · W70327
W70691 · C04235+
W70319 · W88053
W70697 · C04239+
W70333 · W88061
G00751+
C17806 · W70341
W70685 · C04229+
W70305 · W88048
C21332+
W29873+
C17806 · W70341
C21334+
W29862+
C17837 · W70313
W70683+
G66941+
C17854 · W70299
W70694+
G66946+
C17874 · W70327
W70691 · C04235+
W70319 · W88053Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Hemel Hempstead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a coach costs an average of £31.
Distance: 141 km
Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Hemel Hempstead take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 8m.
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Hemel Hempstead 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:41 Nottingham | 2h49 | 19:30 Hemel Hempstead | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
G00745+ C17854 · W70299 | 8:38 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h56 | 11:34 Hemel Hempstead station (HML) | 2 changes | |
W70683+ G66941+ C17854 · W70299 | 8:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h44 | 11:34 Hemel Hempstead station (HML) | 3 changes | |
W70685 · C04229+ W88048 · W70305 | 9:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h52 | 12:04 Hemel Hempstead station (HML) | 3 changes | |
G00747+ C17837 · W70313 | 9:41 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h53 | 12:34 Hemel Hempstead station (HML) | 2 changes | |
C21334+ W29862+ C17837 · W70313 | 9:53 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h41 | 12:34 Hemel Hempstead station (HML) | 3 changes | |
W70691 · C04235+ W70319 · W88053 | 10:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h52 | 13:04 Hemel Hempstead station (HML) | 3 changes | |
G00749+ C17874 · W70327 | 10:41 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h53 | 13:34 Hemel Hempstead station (HML) | 2 changes | |
W70694+ G66946+ C17874 · W70327 | 10:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h44 | 13:34 Hemel Hempstead station (HML) | 3 changes | |
W70697 · C04239+ W88061 · W70333 | 11:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h52 | 14:04 Hemel Hempstead station (HML) | 3 changes | |
G00751+ C17806 · W70341 | 11:41 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h53 | 14:34 Hemel Hempstead station (HML) | 2 changes | |
C21332+ W29873+ C17806 · W70341 | 11:53 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h41 | 14:34 Hemel Hempstead station (HML) | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Take a train from Nottingham to Hemel Hempstead and enjoy the approximately 141 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 01:23, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 1:23 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Hemel Hempstead — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hemel Hempstead trip today.
The town’s main museum tells the story of Hemel Hempstead and the wider borough through local history displays, objects and changing exhibitions.
A working paper museum nearby at Apsley, exploring the former paper mills with machinery, archives and demonstrations on selected open days.
A specialist museum at nearby Leavesden presenting original Harry Potter sets, props and costumes in a large behind-the-scenes studio tour.
The historic high street area with period buildings, independent shops, pubs and regular events; ideal for a walk and a feel for old Hemel.
A large central park with lawns, play areas, sports facilities and the remains of Gadebridge House, popular for relaxed walks.
A scenic canal-side stretch with locks, bridges and waterside paths, well suited to walking, cycling and watching narrowboats pass.
A suet pastry pudding filled with steak and kidneys, long linked with English pub cooking and still a classic comfort dish in Hertfordshire.
Battered white fish with chips is a staple British takeaway and pub meal, widely eaten locally and strongly tied to everyday food culture.
Roast beef with roast potatoes, vegetables, gravy and Yorkshire pudding is a traditional Sunday meal commonly served in local pubs and homes.
Smart Indian restaurant serving refined curries and grilled dishes in an elegant, established setting.
Popular Turkish restaurant for charcoal grills, meze and generous portions in a lively modern room.
Traditional pub near the Old Town, known for cask ales, British mains and a relaxed historic atmosphere.
Moderate by UK standards. Dining and hotels cost less than central London, but more than many smaller UK towns. Rail travel to London can add noticeably to daily spend.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Hemel Hempstead Station -> Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nottingham to Hemel Hempstead trains use the Nottingham to Hemel Hempstead station pair, with some services arriving at Apsley. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Hemel Hempstead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Nottingham.
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Hemel Hempstead is 1 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:
Hemel Hempstead has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food options include: Fishery Wharf Cafe
ATMs are available at Hemel Hempstead.
Ticket office support is available at Hemel Hempstead. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Hemel Hempstead: Parking, WC.
Available at Hemel Hempstead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hemel Hempstead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Card payment only, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Apsley is 2 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:
Apsley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Apsley.
Ticket office support is available at Apsley. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Apsley: Parking, WC.
Available at Apsley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Apsley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is accessible outside the Booking Hall, for card payment only, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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