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The Workhouse Museum
Former Victorian workhouse telling stories of poverty, welfare and daily life. Thought-provoking exhibits make it one of Ripon’s most distinctive museums.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Ripon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 134 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£21 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Nottingham to Ripon run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:07, the last at 11:36. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 6:07 |
Last train 11:36 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
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Former Victorian workhouse telling stories of poverty, welfare and daily life. Thought-provoking exhibits make it one of Ripon’s most distinctive museums.
Museum in a former prison exploring punishment and policing. Cells, uniforms and interactive displays offer an engaging look at local justice history.
A short drive from Ripon, this gallery in Newby Hall shows changing contemporary exhibitions in a refined country house setting.
Landscaped park with lakes, follies and broad views beside Fountains Abbey. Excellent for walking, photography and a half-day visit from Ripon.
Spacious historic market square lined with shops and civic buildings. Ideal for exploring central Ripon and seeing the obelisk and cathedral nearby.
Pretty canal-side basin with moorings, paths and waterside views. A relaxing place for a stroll and a less obvious side of Ripon.
A Yorkshire staple of batter baked until crisp and risen, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy in Sunday dinners across Ripon.
Rich fruit cake from nearby Wensleydale, made with currants, citrus peel and spices. A classic regional teatime bake in North Yorkshire.
A soft crumbly cow’s milk cheese from North Yorkshire, often eaten with fruitcake. It is one of the area’s best-known traditional foods.
Popular café and bistro known for brunch, light lunches, coffee and homemade cakes in a relaxed city-centre setting.
Contemporary restaurant and bar serving modern British food, cocktails and dinner in a polished but informal atmosphere.
Established local Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and takeaways in a friendly, dependable setting.
Moderate for England. Accommodation can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transport are usually manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Ripon 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 Ripon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nottingham to Ripon trains use the Nottingham to Knaresborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Ripon 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.
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