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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 30 Aug
£22
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£39
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
2 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
2 h 19 m
Trains on 30 Aug
7
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Nottingham will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 7 trains from York to Nottingham, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 112 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£35 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for York to Nottingham trains for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G16014+ G89455+ C04349 | On time 8:04 York station (YRK) | 2h26 | 10:30 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
C01967+ C59720 | On time 8:31 York station (YRK) | 1h54 | 10:25 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
W29867+ G89738 | On time 8:41 York station (YRK) | 2h19 | 11:00 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
C02043+ C21605 | On time 8:56 York station (YRK) | 2h12 | 11:08 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
G16011+ G89460+ C04351 | On time 9:05 York station (YRK) | 2h25 | 11:30 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
C01938+ C59724 | On time 9:31 York station (YRK) | 1h54 | 11:25 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
G15911+ G89478+ C04361 | On time 12:04 York station (YRK) | 2h26 | 14:30 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
C01973+ C59732 | On time 12:31 York station (YRK) | 1h55 | 14:26 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
G01151+ G89761 | On time 12:41 York station (YRK) | 2h19 | 15:00 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
C01941+ C21827 | On time 12:55 York station (YRK) | 2h13 | 15:08 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
G15910+ G89484+ C04364 | On time 13:04 York station (YRK) | 2h26 | 15:30 Nottingham station (NOT) | 2 changes | |
C01957+ C59734 | On time 13:31 York station (YRK) | 1h54 | 15:25 Nottingham station (NOT) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 30 August | |||||
![]() | 6:58 York | 3h03 | 10:01 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from York to Nottingham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:15, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 2:15 |
Last train 22:36 |
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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 York 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 York to Nottingham trains use the York to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Ticket office support is available at York.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at York: 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 taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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