How much does a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Nottingham cost?

The average train ticket price from Birmingham to Nottingham is £19. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Nottingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Birmingham to Nottingham?

A train trip between Birmingham and Nottingham is around 1h 13m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 46 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Birmingham and Nottingham?

The number of trains from Birmingham to Nottingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Birmingham to Nottingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Birmingham to Nottingham?

When taking the train from Birmingham to Nottingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry.

Train Birmingham to Nottingham from £9

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Nottingham on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:58	Coleshill Parkway	1h 26m	17:24	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	16:09	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	17:17	Beeston	Fastest
Train	16:09	Birmingham New Street	1h 15m	17:24	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Nottingham on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:09	Birmingham New Street	1h 24m	08:33	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	15:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 3m	16:52	Beeston	Fastest
Train	07:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 14m	09:03	Nottingham	No tags
Train	08:09	Birmingham New Street	1h 13m	09:22	Nottingham	No tags
Train	15:09	Birmingham New Street	1h 15m	16:24	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Nottingham on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 4m	12:53	Nottingham	CheapestFastest
Train	12:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 5m	13:54	Nottingham	No tags
Train	15:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 4m	16:53	Nottingham	No tags
Train	16:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 6m	17:55	Nottingham	No tags
Train	11:02	Coleshill Parkway	1h 51m	12:53	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Nottingham on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:08	Birmingham New Street	1h 26m	08:34	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	08:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 3m	09:52	Beeston	Fastest
Train	07:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 15m	09:04	Nottingham	No tags
Train	08:08	Birmingham New Street	1h 16m	09:24	Nottingham	No tags
Train	15:09	Birmingham New Street	1h 15m	16:24	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Nottingham on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:58	Coleshill Parkway	1h 26m	17:24	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	08:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 3m	09:52	Beeston	Fastest
Train	07:08	Birmingham New Street	1h 26m	08:34	Nottingham	No tags
Train	07:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 15m	09:04	Nottingham	No tags
Train	08:08	Birmingham New Street	1h 16m	09:24	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Nottingham on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:09	Birmingham New Street	1h 15m	16:24	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	08:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 3m	09:52	Beeston	Fastest
Train	07:08	Birmingham New Street	1h 26m	08:34	Nottingham	No tags
Train	07:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 15m	09:04	Nottingham	No tags
Train	08:08	Birmingham New Street	1h 16m	09:24	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Nottingham on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:09	Birmingham New Street	1h 15m	16:24	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	08:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 3m	09:52	Beeston	Fastest
Train	07:08	Birmingham New Street	1h 26m	08:34	Nottingham	No tags
Train	07:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 15m	09:04	Nottingham	No tags
Train	08:08	Birmingham New Street	1h 16m	09:24	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Nottingham on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:08	Birmingham New Street	1h 26m	08:34	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	08:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 3m	09:52	Beeston	Fastest
Train	07:49	Birmingham New Street	1h 15m	09:04	Nottingham	No tags
Train	08:08	Birmingham New Street	1h 16m	09:24	Nottingham	No tags
Train	15:09	Birmingham New Street	1h 15m	16:24	Nottingham	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 16:48 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Nottingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Nottingham. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

45 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £32	Average duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£9 - £52	Average duration1h 13m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £8	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £9

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Nottingham by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Nottingham cost?
The average train ticket price from Birmingham to Nottingham is £19. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Nottingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Birmingham to Nottingham?
A train trip between Birmingham and Nottingham is around 1h 13m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 46 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Birmingham and Nottingham?
The number of trains from Birmingham to Nottingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Birmingham to Nottingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Birmingham to Nottingham?
When taking the train from Birmingham to Nottingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

19/11

£29

20/11

£9

Today

£14

22/11

£15

23/11

£20

24/11

£20

25/11

£14

26/11

£15

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Nottingham was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Nottingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £9 to £96 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Nottingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-11-25.