How much does a train ticket cost from Bristol to Nottingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Nottingham start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bristol to Nottingham?

The average train journey time from Bristol to Nottingham is 2h 51m, covering a distance of 116 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 36m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Bristol to Nottingham route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to Nottingham?

The earliest train from Bristol to Nottingham departs at 07:09. And the latest train departs at 20:42.

Train Bristol to Nottingham from £42

Next train departures

Next departures from Bristol to Nottingham on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:24	Bristol Parkway	3h 29m	12:53	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	13:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 46m	15:55	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	09:24	Bristol Parkway	3h 29m	12:53	Nottingham	No tags
Train	13:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 46m	15:55	Nottingham	No tags
Train	15:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 46m	17:55	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Nottingham on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 50m	09:59	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	07:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 50m	09:59	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	08:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 51m	11:00	Nottingham	No tags
Train	08:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 51m	11:00	Nottingham	No tags
Train	09:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 52m	12:01	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Nottingham on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 52m	20:01	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	07:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 50m	09:59	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	07:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 50m	09:59	Nottingham	No tags
Train	08:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 51m	11:00	Nottingham	No tags
Train	08:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 51m	11:00	Nottingham	No tags

Next departures from Bristol to Nottingham on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 50m	09:59	Nottingham	Cheapest
Train	07:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 50m	09:59	Nottingham	Fastest
Train	08:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 51m	11:00	Nottingham	No tags
Train	08:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 51m	11:00	Nottingham	No tags
Train	09:09	Bristol Parkway	2h 52m	12:01	Nottingham	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 08:12 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bristol 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 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage duration

120 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £52	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£39 - £286	Average duration2h 51m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £16	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bristol and Nottingham?

Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Filton
594 Filton Ave, Bristol BS7 0QQ, UK

Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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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 £39

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol to Nottingham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Bristol to Nottingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Bristol to Nottingham start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bristol to Nottingham?
The average train journey time from Bristol to Nottingham is 2h 51m, covering a distance of 116 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 36m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Bristol to Nottingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bristol to Nottingham?
The earliest train from Bristol to Nottingham departs at 07:09. And the latest train departs at 20:42.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/12

£95

05/12

£72

Today

No data

07/12

£61

08/12

£55

09/12

No data

10/12

£55

11/12

£54

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Nottingham was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £54

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

You can expect to pay from £54 to £272 for a train ticket from Bristol to Nottingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £54, which is on 2025-12-11.