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16:162h01
St Albans
18:17Nottingham
£471One-way
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St Albans to Nottingham train times

The table below shows live departures for St Albans to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes	Tickets
	16:16 St Albans	2h01	18:17 Nottingham	0 changesdirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from St Albans to Nottingham

United Kingdom

Typically, there are 6 trains per day from St Albans to Nottingham, including direct trains, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 1h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

145 km

Average train duration

1h 56m

Lowest ticket price

£25

Trains per day

Fastest train

1h 55m

First train

4:32

Last train

23:16

Cheapest Month

Apr

Cheapest Day

Wed

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Fri

Least Busy Day

Fri

Best time to book

42 days

Price information

Train companies: East Midlands Railway from St Albans to Nottingham trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between St Albans and Nottingham from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 55m

Cheapest Price

£25

East Midlands Railway frequency

6 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies apply as per ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)

Quiet zone

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FAQs: St Albans to Nottingham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans 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.

The train distance from St Albans to Nottingham is 145 km.

The first train from St Albans to Nottingham leaves at 4:32.

The last train from St Albans to Nottingham departs at 23:16.

Trains from St Albans to Nottingham run approximately 6 times per day.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from St Albans to Nottingham.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from St Albans to Nottingham.

To travel from St Albans to Nottingham, you can take a train.

There is no night train service from St Albans to Nottingham.

The train station in St Albans that goes to Nottingham is St Albans City (SAC), and it arrives at Nottingham station (NOT).

Booking trains from St Albans to Nottingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from St Albans to Nottingham offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the English countryside interspersed with glimpses of charming towns and vibrant cityscapes along the route.

In Nottingham, visitors can explore the historic Nottingham Castle with its panoramic views and museum exhibits or visit Wollaton Hall, an Elizabethan mansion in a deer park that houses the Nottingham Natural History Museum. The City of Caves offers a fascinating underground adventure through the sandstone caves, while Nottingham Contemporary showcases diverse art exhibitions. For a taste of history, stop by Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, one of England's oldest pubs. Enjoy the lively atmosphere at Old Market Square, unwind at Attenborough Nature Reserve, or catch a performance at Nottingham Playhouse. Green's Windmill and Science Centre and The Arboretum also offer engaging experiences for all ages.

A stay of two to three days in Nottingham is generally recommended to explore its main attractions, such as Nottingham Castle, the City of Caves, and Wollaton Hall, while also enjoying the local dining and shopping experiences.

Yes, you can take the train from St Albans to Nottingham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in St Albans and Nottingham

Most St Albans to Nottingham trains use the St Albans City to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare St Albans and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in St Albans

Arrival train stations in Nottingham

Which St Albans station do trains to Nottingham leave from?

Trains from St Albans to Nottingham leave from St Albans City. The station is from St Albans city centre at St Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE.

St Albans CitySt Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE+44 345 026 4700 Wifi

St Albans City train station facilities and services

St Albans City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at St Albans City.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at St Albans City. ATMs are available at St Albans City.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at St Albans City.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at St Albans City: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at St Albans City: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at St Albans City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

More about St Albans City

Which Nottingham station do trains from St Albans arrive at?

Trains from St Albans to Nottingham arrive at Nottingham. Nottingham is 1 km from Nottingham city centre.

NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060 Shopping

City-centre transport

Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre

Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min

48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min

Kc · 5m · £4 · every ~12 min

20 · 10m

TramTram · 4m · £4 · every ~58 min

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.