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Nottingham Castle
Historic castle museum on Castle Rock with galleries, caves and exhibitions exploring rebellion, art and the city’s long story.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£79
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£97
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 57 m
Trains on 05 Sept
6
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Woking to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Woking to Nottingham will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
To travel from Woking to Nottingham you need to make at least 2 changes.
L79381+
C21556+
G27418+
Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International
L79393+
W70890+
G27430+
Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International
L83920+
C21556+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International
L79947+
W70887+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International
L83932+
W70890+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International
L79381+
C21556+
G27418+
Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International
L79393+
W70890+
G27430+
Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International
L83920+
C21556+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International
L83932+
W70890+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International
L79947+
W70887+
Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras InternationalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Woking to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £56 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £56, while a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 186 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£56 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Nottingham take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 18m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (2h 37m by train vs 2h 38m by car). Tickets start at around £56 compared to roughly £38 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Woking to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L83920+ C21556+ Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 12:12 Woking station (WOK) | 2h56 | 15:08 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
C21556+ G27418+ L79381+ Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International | 12:16 Woking station (WOK) | 2h52 | 15:08 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 changes | |
W70887+ L79947+ Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International | 12:40 Woking station (WOK) | 3h10 | 15:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
W70890+ Tube from London Waterloo to London St Pancras International+ L83932 | 13:12 Woking station (WOK) | 2h56 | 16:08 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
W70890+ L79393+ G27430+ Tube from London Victoria to London St Pancras International | 13:16 Woking station (WOK) | 2h52 | 16:08 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 changes | |
G08059+ C04470+ L80081+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 13:21 Woking station (WOK) | 3h14 | 16:35 Nottingham station (NOT) | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Woking to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 4:38 |
Last train 22:03 |
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Discover the best of Nottingham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nottingham trip today.
Historic castle museum on Castle Rock with galleries, caves and exhibitions exploring rebellion, art and the city’s long story.
National museum dedicated to justice, crime and punishment, with immersive courts, cells and law galleries in former legal buildings.
Independent contemporary art gallery in the Lace Market showing changing exhibitions, talks and events in a distinctive modern building.
Historic quarter of warehouses, churches and creative venues, ideal for walking, architecture, independent shops and hidden courtyards.
Central square framed by major civic buildings, fountains and seasonal events, serving as Nottingham’s main gathering place.
Victorian public park with formal gardens, boating lake, deer park and woodland walks beside the dramatic hall.
A soft white cob filled with chips, often with salt, vinegar or curry sauce. It is a classic East Midlands fast-food staple tied to local cob culture.
A local bread roll from Nottingham and the East Midlands, known for its flour-dusted crust and soft centre. It is central to regional sandwich and bakery traditions.
A hard, crumbly blue cheese traditionally made in Nottinghamshire. It is one of England’s best-known historic cheeses and a strong local dairy speciality.
Modern British tasting menus in an intimate, elegant setting. A strong choice for refined dining in the city centre.
Well-known city-centre steakhouse and bar in a historic lace-market cellar. Lively atmosphere with grilled meats and cocktails.
Popular restaurant serving southern Indian dishes and street-food favourites. Casual, colourful and dependable for bold flavours.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and local transport stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Nottingham Station -> Old Market Square, Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Woking 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.

Most Woking to Nottingham trains use the Woking to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Woking and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Woking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Woking.
Wi-Fi is available at Woking. ATMs are available at Woking.
Ticket office support is available at Woking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Woking: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woking: 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, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available outside both station entrances. Please ask a member of staff if you require assistance, 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.
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 options are available at Nottingham.
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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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