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Working Victorian estate with exhibitions, gardens and farm collections that illustrate life in Cornwall in earlier centuries.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Newquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Newquay will cost around £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 trains from Nottingham to Newquay, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 391 km distance in an average of 9 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 15 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.

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Trains from Nottingham to Newquay run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 391 km distance in 6h 14m.
Distance 391 km |
Average train duration 6h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 14m |
First train 4:32 |
Last train 21:13 |
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The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Newquay trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:21 Nottingham | 9h05 | 16:26 Newquay | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:21 Nottingham | 9h05 | 17:26 Newquay | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:35 Nottingham | 7h51 | 17:26 Newquay | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:56 Nottingham | 7h30 | 17:26 Newquay | 0 changesdirect | |
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Working Victorian estate with exhibitions, gardens and farm collections that illustrate life in Cornwall in earlier centuries.
Local museum covering Newquay’s social history, fishing, surfing and wartime stories through compact displays.
Nearby aviation museum displaying aircraft, cockpit sections and RAF history from Cornwall Newquay Airport’s setting.
Broad sandy beach backed by cliffs, famous for surf culture, coastal walks and dramatic sunsets.
Headland walking area with sea views, old lookout points and access to the coast path above the Atlantic.
Long estuary and nature-rich shoreline popular for walking, paddle sports and scenic views at low tide.
Cornwall’s famous baked pastry filled traditionally with beef, potato, swede and onion. It was miners’ food and remains the county’s best-known savoury classic.
Small silver fish landed around Cornwall, usually fried or grilled. They are a long-standing coastal favourite and taste best very fresh.
Rich seafood stew of mixed fish and shellfish in a tomato, wine and herb broth. It reflects Cornwall’s fishing heritage and harbour cooking.
Smart dining room focused on seasonal Cornish tasting menus. Refined cooking and a calm setting make it a strong choice for a special meal.
Harbourside restaurant serving modern British dishes with strong seafood options. Friendly service and broad menus suit groups and date nights.
Relaxed seafood restaurant on Fistral serving local fish and shellfish with sea views. Stylish but approachable, suited to a leisurely lunch or supper.
Moderate for a UK seaside resort. Summer stays and dining rise, but cafés, pubs and local buses keep daily costs manageable.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafés usually just small change.
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Most Nottingham to Newquay trains use the Nottingham to Newquay station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Newquay 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.
Newquay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Newquay.
Wi-Fi is available at Newquay.
Ticket office support is available at Newquay.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newquay: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Newquay: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newquay: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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