It takes an average of 1h 57m to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham by train, over a distance of around 58 miles (93 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham and tickets for this journey start from £10.70 when you book in advance.
First train | 06:43 | |
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Last train | 21:30 | |
Departure station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
Arrival station | Nottingham | |
Journey time | From 1h 42m | |
Distance | 58 miles (93 km) | |
Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £10.70 | |
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Thinking about taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham? You’ve come to the right place.
The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham usually takes around 1 hour and 57 minutes but can take just 1 hour and 43 minutes on the fastest services.
You’ll be travelling with East Midlands Railway (EMR) on this route. As there are direct services available, as soon as you board the train, you can make yourself comfortable and enjoy the scenery. Fancy travelling in style? Check out what EMR First Class has to offer.
Once you arrive in Nottingham, why not head over to the Old Market Square? You’ll find plenty of shops, bars, and restaurants. Or if you fancy being out in the great outdoors, you can wander around The Arboretum – the oldest park in the city – and take in the scenic lake, trees, and flower beds.
Ready to book? Start your search for train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets like travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard.
The average journey time by train between Manchester Piccadilly and Nottingham is 1 hour and 57 minutes, with around 16 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham is 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham can start from as little as £10.70 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham without having to change trains. There are 16 direct trains from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham leaves at 06:43. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham leaves at 21:30. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham cover a distance of around 58 miles (93 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly.
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