The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Shildon
- Cheapest price on 30 Oct
- £40
- Average ticket price on 30 Oct
- £40
- Fastest journey on 30 Oct
- 3 h 8 m
- Average journey duration on 30 Oct
- 3 h 8 m
- Trains on 30 Oct
- 1
- Distance
- 189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Shildon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Shildon will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
On Fri 30 Oct, we found 1 trains from Nottingham to Shildon, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.

5:33 3h08 Nottingham 8:41 Shildon £40 1 One-way 0 changes

5:33 3h08 Nottingham 8:41 Shildon £40 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Shildon
Trains from Nottingham to Shildon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £118 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 16:57. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £118 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 6:39 |
Last train 16:57 |
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Frequently asked questions about your Nottingham to Shildon trip
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Live departures
Nottingham to Shildon train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Shildon trains for tomorrow, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:33 Nottingham | 3h08 | 8:41 Shildon | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Nottingham to Shildon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Shildon 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 Shildon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Shildon
Most Nottingham to Shildon trains use the Nottingham to Shildon station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Shildon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Shildon leave from?
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.
Which Shildon station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?
Getting to Shildon from Shildon city centre
Shildon train station facilities and services
Shildon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shildon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shildon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Shildon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shildon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Ramped access to both platforms via ramped footbridge. Step free access from car park to station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Nottingham to Shildon
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