The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
50 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
50 m
Trains on 18 Sept
29
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 29 trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN), including 29 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 51 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.
C2130112:271h00Nottingham station (NOT)13:27Lincoln Central (LCN)£61One-way0 changes
C2130013:271h00Nottingham station (NOT)14:27Lincoln Central (LCN)£61One-way0 changes
C2129914:271h00Nottingham station (NOT)15:27Lincoln Central (LCN)£61One-way0 changes
C2129815:271h00Nottingham station (NOT)16:27Lincoln Central (LCN)£61One-way0 changes
C2125612:500h54Nottingham station (NOT)13:44Lincoln Central (LCN)£61One-way0 changes
C212629:520h50Nottingham station (NOT)10:42Lincoln Central (LCN)£171One-way0 changes
C2125711:520h50Nottingham station (NOT)12:42Lincoln Central (LCN)£171One-way0 changes
C2125413:520h50Nottingham station (NOT)14:42Lincoln Central (LCN)£71One-way0 changes
C2125015:520h50Nottingham station (NOT)16:42Lincoln Central (LCN)£111One-way0 changes
C212687:500h51Nottingham station (NOT)8:41Lincoln Central (LCN)£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 51 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN):
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN) costing on average £16.
Other travel options to Lincoln Central (LCN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 38m.
Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.69. The journey takes 58m versus 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21295 | On time 18:27 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h06 | 19:33 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21243 | On time 18:52 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h58 | 19:50 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21241 | On time 19:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h05 | 20:55 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C42006 | On time 20:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h01 | 21:51 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21292 | On time 21:27 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h01 | 22:28 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21291 | On time 22:34 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h04 | 23:38 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
C21239 | 5:37 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h08 | 6:45 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21238 | 6:27 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h09 | 7:36 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21234 | 7:10 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h03 | 8:13 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21268 | 7:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h51 | 8:41 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21305 | 8:25 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h02 | 9:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21265 | 8:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h54 | 9:44 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21304 | 9:27 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h00 | 10:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21262 | 9:52 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h50 | 10:42 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21303 | 10:27 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h00 | 11:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21259 | 10:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h54 | 11:44 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21302 | 11:27 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h00 | 12:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21257 | 11:52 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h50 | 12:42 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21301 | 12:27 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h00 | 13:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21256 | 12:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h54 | 13:44 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21300 | 13:27 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h00 | 14:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21254 | 13:52 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h50 | 14:42 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21299 | 14:27 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h00 | 15:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21251 | 14:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h54 | 15:44 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21298 | 15:27 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h00 | 16:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21250 | 15:52 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h50 | 16:42 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21297 | 16:27 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h00 | 17:27 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21247 | 16:52 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h59 | 17:51 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21296 | 17:22 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1h12 | 18:34 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21246 | 17:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h51 | 18:41 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 50m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 21:34 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Nottingham station (NOT) and Lincoln Central (LCN) from £6. 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 station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN) 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 Lincoln Central (LCN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham station (NOT) and Lincoln Central (LCN)
Most Nottingham station (NOT) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trains use the Nottingham to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham station (NOT) and Lincoln Central (LCN) 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.
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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