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Rutland County Museum
Volunteer-run local museum covering Rutland’s people, farming, trades and daily life. A useful introduction to the county and Oakham.
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Trains from Nuneaton to Oakham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 48m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 6:37 |
Last train 22:27 |
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Volunteer-run local museum covering Rutland’s people, farming, trades and daily life. A useful introduction to the county and Oakham.
Gallery and arts venue in nearby Uppingham showing changing exhibitions, craft and community arts in a historic setting.
Small heritage museum in a former school, with local artefacts and displays about village life in Rutland. A quieter stop for history fans.
Large reservoir landscape for walking, cycling, birdwatching and waterside views. One of the area’s best-known outdoor destinations.
Oakham’s central market place, lined with historic buildings and regular markets. A good base for seeing the town’s character and daily life.
Popular waterside green space at Rutland Water with paths, play areas and easy access to family-friendly walks and cycle routes.
A traditional pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray with hand-raised pastry and uncured chopped pork. It is a defining food of Rutland and the East Midlands.
Blue cheese made just east of Oakham in Colston Bassett and Long Clawson style dairies. Rich, creamy and closely tied to local farming traditions.
A classic Leicestershire cheese with a crumbly texture and mild, nutty flavour. It reflects the dairy heritage of the region around Oakham.
Stylish restaurant and hotel dining room serving modern British dishes with local produce in a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Well-known local café and deli for breakfast, lunch, coffee and cakes, with a busy, informal atmosphere in Oakham centre.
Popular Indian restaurant offering classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart, friendly town-centre setting.
Moderate for a small English market town: accommodation and dining are typical for rural England, with limited public transport and few ultra-budget options.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuneaton to Oakham 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 Oakham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nuneaton to Oakham trains use the Nuneaton to Oakham station pair. Use this guide to compare Nuneaton and Oakham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nuneaton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Nuneaton.
Ticket office support is available at Nuneaton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Nuneaton: Parking, WC.
Available at Nuneaton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nuneaton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:30 - 23:30 Sunday 08:00 - 23:59, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Oakham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Oakham.
Ticket office support is available at Oakham.
Available at Oakham: Parking.
Available at Oakham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oakham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level access to Peterborough bound platform. Ramp from the road to the Leicester bound platform. Restricted access between the platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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