The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading station (RDG) to Nottingham station (NOT)
Cheapest price on 07 Oct
£25
Average ticket price on 07 Oct
£74
Fastest journey on 07 Oct
2 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 07 Oct
2 h 56 m
Trains on 07 Oct
21
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Nottingham station (NOT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading station (RDG) to Nottingham station (NOT) will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Reading station (RDG) to Nottingham station (NOT) you need to make at least 2 changes.
G00726+
C4200617:453h01Reading station (RDG)20:46Nottingham station (NOT)£251One-way1 change
G00879 · G6650814:153h12Reading station (RDG)17:27Nottingham station (NOT)£291One-way1 change
G00891 · G0068916:153h11Reading station (RDG)19:26Nottingham station (NOT)£321One-way1 change
G00716 · G0094614:453h16Reading station (RDG)18:01Nottingham station (NOT)£411One-way1 change
G00718 · G6679715:433h18Reading station (RDG)19:01Nottingham station (NOT)£411One-way1 change
C21650+
W35133+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International14:212h47Reading station (RDG)17:08Nottingham station (NOT)£771One-way2 changes
W70910+
W35196+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International18:182h56Reading station (RDG)21:14Nottingham station (NOT)£771One-way2 changes
G00887 · G01082+
C2129515:152h59Reading station (RDG)18:14Nottingham station (NOT)£771One-way2 changes
C21785+
G15048+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International16:182h59Reading station (RDG)19:17Nottingham station (NOT)£1101One-way2 changes
W70922+
W35187+
Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International15:192h59Reading station (RDG)18:18Nottingham station (NOT)£1101One-way2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading station (RDG) to Nottingham station (NOT)
Trains from Reading station (RDG) to Nottingham station (NOT) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 15:15. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 3:55 |
Last train 15:15 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Live departures
Reading station (RDG) to Nottingham station (NOT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading station (RDG) to Nottingham station (NOT) trains for today, Tuesday 6 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W70874+ W35432+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | Delayed 11:05 10:56Reading station (RDG) | 2h54 | 13:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
W70877+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ G15043 | Delayed 11:35 11:20Reading station (RDG) | 2h49 | 14:09 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
G00706 · G00900 | 11:45 Reading station (RDG) | 3h17 | 15:02 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
G00706+ C21251 | 11:45 Reading station (RDG) | 3h01 | 14:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
W70880+ W35178+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | Delayed 12:05 11:47Reading station (RDG) | 3h03 | 14:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
G00866 · G66504 | 12:15 Reading station (RDG) | 3h07 | 15:22 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
C21651+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ G15044 | 12:23 Reading station (RDG) | 2h45 | 15:08 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
G00710 · G00947 | On time 12:44 Reading station (RDG) | 3h15 | 15:59 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
G00710+ C21250 | On time 12:44 Reading station (RDG) | 3h02 | 15:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
W70886+ G15045+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | Delayed 13:05 12:47Reading station (RDG) | 3h03 | 15:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
G00875 · G66506 | 13:15 Reading station (RDG) | 3h07 | 16:22 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
W70889+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ W35182 | Delayed 13:35 13:20Reading station (RDG) | 2h48 | 16:08 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
W35229+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ G08060+ C21595 | On time 13:35 Reading station (RDG) | 3h00 | 16:35 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 changes | |
W70892+ G14922+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 13:52 Reading station (RDG) | 2h58 | 16:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
G00879 · G66508 | 14:15 Reading station (RDG) | 3h12 | 17:27 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
C21650+ W35133+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 14:21 Reading station (RDG) | 2h47 | 17:08 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
G00716 · G00946 | On time 14:45 Reading station (RDG) | 3h16 | 18:01 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
G00716+ C21246 | On time 14:45 Reading station (RDG) | 3h01 | 17:46 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
W70996+ G00946+ W35137+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | Delayed 15:02 14:50Reading station (RDG) | 3h11 | 18:01 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 changes | |
G00887 · G01082+ C21295 | 15:15 Reading station (RDG) | 2h59 | 18:14 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
G00887 · G66510 | On time 15:15 Reading station (RDG) | 3h15 | 18:30 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
W70922+ W35187+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | Delayed 15:35 15:19Reading station (RDG) | 2h59 | 18:18 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
G00718 · G66797 | On time 15:43 Reading station (RDG) | 3h18 | 19:01 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
G00718+ C21243 | On time 15:43 Reading station (RDG) | 3h04 | 18:47 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
C21647+ G14923+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | Delayed 16:05 15:50Reading station (RDG) | 3h05 | 18:55 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
G00891 · G00689 | On time 16:15 Reading station (RDG) | 3h11 | 19:26 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
G15048+ C21785+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International | 16:18 Reading station (RDG) | 2h59 | 19:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
C21665+ Tube from London Paddington to London St Pancras International+ G15049 | 16:47 Reading station (RDG) | 3h10 | 19:57 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
G00895 · G66513 | On time 17:15 Reading station (RDG) | 3h03 | 20:18 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
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FAQs: Reading station (RDG) to Nottingham station (NOT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading station (RDG) to Nottingham station (NOT) 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 Nottingham station (NOT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading station (RDG) and Nottingham station (NOT)
Most Reading station (RDG) to Nottingham station (NOT) trains use the Reading to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading station (RDG) and Nottingham station (NOT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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