4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Nottingham will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 3 trains that leave Southampton for Nottingham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 229 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 10 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.
8:154h07Southampton12:22Nottingham£401One-way0 changes- 7:154h02Southampton11:17Nottingham£1451One-way0 changes
21:005h10Southampton2:10Nottingham£1451One-way0 changes
- 7:154h02Southampton11:17Nottingham£1451One-way0 changes
- 8:154h07Southampton12:22Nottingham£401One-way0 changes
- 21:005h10Southampton2:10Nottingham£1451One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Southampton to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 229 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£87 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:15 Southampton | 4h02 | 11:17 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:15 Southampton | 4h07 | 12:22 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Southampton to Nottingham trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Nottingham.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Nottingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Nottingham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Nottingham
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Trains from Southampton to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 229 km |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 4:37 |
Last train 21:42 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway, Cross Country from Southampton to Nottingham trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Nottingham from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton to Nottingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Nottingham 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Nottingham
Most Southampton to Nottingham trains use the Southampton Central to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Nottingham leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to St Denys from Southampton city centre
St Denys is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
St Denys train station facilities and services
St Denys has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Denys.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Denys.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Denys.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Denys: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Denys: Bike Parking.
Which Nottingham station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
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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