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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport

Showing times and prices for 22 Aug

Cheapest price

£78

Average price

£105

Fastest journey

2 h 40 m

Average duration

2 h 42 m

Trains per day

27

Distance

172 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.

Fast trains

To travel from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • East Midlands RailwayW70704+ThameslinkC18413+Elizabeth lineC37378
    12:122h48
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    15:00Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
    £781One-way
    2 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayW70704+ThameslinkC18413+Elizabeth lineC37378
    12:122h54
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    15:06Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    £781One-way
    2 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC24359+ThameslinkC18430+Elizabeth lineC37386
    12:502h40
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    15:30Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
    £781One-way
    2 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC24359+ThameslinkC18430+Elizabeth lineC37386
    12:502h46
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    15:36Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    £781One-way
    2 changes
  • East Midlands RailwayC04343+ThameslinkW45675+Elizabeth lineC36927
    8:373h30
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    12:07Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
    £801One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £44.

Distance: 172 km

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Coach

£82

Average Price

£14

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Cheapest

2h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 21m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 39m

Average total duration

4h 9m

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Live departures

Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
East Midlands RailwayW70680+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106258:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
3h04
11:16 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70680+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106258:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h58
11:10 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70680+ThameslinkC09959+Elizabeth lineC369718:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
3h10
11:22 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21829 · C21667+Heathrow ExpressW10625+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:16 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h54
11:10 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)3 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21829 · C21667+Heathrow ExpressW10625+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington8:16 Nottingham station (NOT)
3h00
11:16 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)3 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70683+ThameslinkC22611+Elizabeth lineC373408:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h40
11:30 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70683+ThameslinkC22611+Elizabeth lineC373408:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h46
11:36 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70685+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106349:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h49
12:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70685+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106349:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h43
11:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21787 · C21663+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106379:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h59
12:16 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)3 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21787 · C21663+Heathrow ExpressW10637+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington9:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h53
12:10 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)3 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21787 · W70781+Heathrow ExpressW10643+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington9:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
3h29
12:46 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)3 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21671+ThameslinkW29031+Elizabeth lineC3730912:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h48
15:00 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21671+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1067012:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h43
14:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21671+ThameslinkW29031+Elizabeth lineC3730912:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h54
15:06 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21671+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1067012:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h49
15:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21673+ThameslinkC22634+Elizabeth lineC3732212:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h46
15:36 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21673+ThameslinkC22634+Elizabeth lineC3732212:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h40
15:30 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70710+Heathrow ExpressW10682+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington13:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h43
15:55 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayW70710+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1068213:12 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h49
16:01 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21800 · W70802+Heathrow ExpressW10685+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington13:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h59
16:16 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)3 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21800 · W70802+Heathrow ExpressW10685+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington13:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h53
16:10 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)3 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21688+ThameslinkC22622+Elizabeth lineC3734513:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h40
16:30 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21688+ThameslinkC22622+Elizabeth lineC3734513:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h46
16:36 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)2 changes

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East Midlands Railway as well as London North Eastern Railway or Hull Trains offer trains services from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport.

Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or Hull Trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or Hull Trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport

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Trains from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:13, the last at 17:45. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 2h 40m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Distance
172 km
Average train duration
2h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Trains per day
19
Fastest train
2h 40m
First train
4:13
Last train
17:45
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11

Train companies: East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport trainsEast Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains trains will get you between Nottingham and London Heathrow Airport from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
£18
East Midlands Railway frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

London North Eastern Railway

About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 53m
Cheapest Price
£43
London North Eastern Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
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 pets per passenger
Quiet zone

Hull Trains

About
Hull Trains is a British train operator that provides services between Hull and London. It operates up to five trains per day, with two direct services and three services that require a change at Brough. The trains are modern and comfortable, with two types available: the Super Express and the Express. The Super Express offers a faster journey time and more spacious seating, while the Express is a more economical option. Hull Trains offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. The most popular routes are Hull to London Kings Cross and Hull to Brough. Passengers can also take advantage of the Hull Trains Plus loyalty scheme, which offers discounts and rewards.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 11m
Cheapest Price
£78
Hull Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Can be added during booking
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available. Staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £76.
The train journey from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport covers a distance of 172 km and takes approximately 2h 40m. Trains run 19 per day.
The train distance from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport is 172 km.
The first train from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 4:13.
The last train from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport departs at 17:45.
Trains from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport run approximately 19 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport.
To get from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport is by coach, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, offering limited scenic views, although there are occasional glimpses of the English countryside.
A day trip from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport is not feasible as the travel duration is 2h 40m. The distance is 172 km, with train services running 20 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and London Heathrow Airport

Most Nottingham to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Nottingham to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and London Heathrow Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nottingham
Arrival train stations in London
NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre

Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min
48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min
Kc · 5m · £4 · every ~12 min
20 · 10m
TramTram · 4m · £4 · every ~58 min

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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