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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Nottingham
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
35 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Nottingham will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $10.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave Leicester for Nottingham every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 47 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.
Y0799408:41AM0h47
Leicester station (LEI)09:28AMNottingham station (NOT)
$101One-way
0 changes
Y0800009:44AM0h50
Leicester station (LEI)10:34AMNottingham station (NOT)
$101One-way
0 changes
Y0712809:50AM0h22
Leicester station (LEI)10:12AMNottingham station (NOT)
$121One-way
0 changes
Y0711908:25AM0h34
Leicester station (LEI)08:59AMNottingham station (NOT)
$121One-way
0 changes
Y0712509:20AM0h34
Leicester station (LEI)09:54AMNottingham station (NOT)
$121One-way
0 changes
Y0712809:50AM0h22
Leicester station (LEI)10:12AMNottingham station (NOT)
$121One-way
0 changes
Y0712208:49AM0h22
Leicester station (LEI)09:11AMNottingham station (NOT)
$141One-way
0 changes
Y0711908:25AM0h34
Leicester station (LEI)08:59AMNottingham station (NOT)
$121One-way
0 changes
Y0712509:20AM0h34
Leicester station (LEI)09:54AMNottingham station (NOT)
$121One-way
0 changes
Y0799408:41AM0h47
Leicester station (LEI)09:28AMNottingham station (NOT)
$101One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 35 km
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$16 Average Price | $8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Nottingham train times
Showing trains for today, Tuesday, 4 November
Last updated at 8:24 pm
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y07181 | Delayed 8:28 pm 8:20 pmLeicester station (LEI) | 0h33 | 8:55 pm 8:55 pmNottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y08060 | On time 8:44 pm Leicester station (LEI) | 0h47 | 9:31 pm Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y07183 | On time 8:50 pm Leicester station (LEI) | 0h24 | 9:14 pm Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y07196 | On time 9:23 pm Leicester station (LEI) | 0h32 | 9:55 pm Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday, 5 November | |||||
| Y07119 | On time 8:25 am Leicester station (LEI) | 0h34 | 8:59 am Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y07994 | On time 8:41 am Leicester station (LEI) | 0h47 | 9:28 am Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y07122 | On time 8:49 am Leicester station (LEI) | 0h22 | 9:11 am Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y07125 | On time 9:20 am Leicester station (LEI) | 0h34 | 9:54 am Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y08000 | On time 9:44 am Leicester station (LEI) | 0h50 | 10:34 am Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y07128 | On time 9:50 am Leicester station (LEI) | 0h22 | 10:12 am Nottingham station (NOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Leicester to Nottingham?
The best time to book your train from Leicester to Nottingham is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Leicester to Nottingham route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Leicester to Nottingham per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Leicester to Nottingham.
Trains
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Overview: Train from Leicester to Nottingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leicester to Nottingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 but you can travel from only $5 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $5
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:56 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $5
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Nottingham trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Nottingham from $5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
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
21m
Cheapest Price
$3
East Midlands Trains frequency
8 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
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
$26
east_midlands_trains frequency
50 a day
FAQs: Leicester to Nottingham train
FAQs: Travel by train from Leicester to Nottingham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leicester to Nottingham.
Cheap train tickets from Leicester to Nottingham can start from as little as $5 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leicester to Nottingham is $19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Leicester to Nottingham is 20 min to travel the 35 km long route, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Leicester to Nottingham leaves at 12: 24am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Leicester to Nottingham leaves at 11: 52pm.
Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day from Leicester to Nottingham with East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Nottingham. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Leicester to Nottingham.
When taking a train from Leicester to Nottingham, you can count on East Midlands Trains or east_midlands_trains for the best way to get you to Nottingham. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Leicester to Nottingham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Leicester, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Nottingham, located away from the city centre.
A day trip to Nottingham from Leicester is worth doing with a journey time of 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Leicester to Nottingham by train is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Leicester to Nottingham including taking a train or coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Nottingham
Leicester
Nottingham
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to Nottingham.
Leicester
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
The major train station for arrivals in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your journey to Nottingham from Leicester.
Nottingham
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Nottingham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
Most popular trains to and from Nottingham and Leicester
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