Trains from Leicester to Nottingham from £4.70*

Trains from Leicester to Nottingham from £4.70*

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Leicester to Nottingham train prices and times

Looking to travel from Leicester to Nottingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £4.70, with average prices for this route around £8.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Oct 5
    Sat
    From £12.60
  • Oct 6
    Sun
    From £6.50
  • Oct 7
    Mon
    From £6.50
  • Oct 8
    Tue
    From £4.70
  • Oct 9
    Wed
    From £4.70
  • Oct 10
    Thu
    From £6.50
  • Oct 11
    Fri
    From £6.50
  • 14:18
    Leicester
    14:50
    Nottingham
    32m, Direct
    East Midlands Railway
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  • 14:42
    Leicester
    15:32
    Nottingham
    50m, Direct
    East Midlands Railway
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  • 14:47
    Leicester
    15:08
    Nottingham
    21m, Direct
    East Midlands Railway
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  • 15:18
    Leicester
    15:51
    Nottingham
    33m, Direct
    East Midlands Railway
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  • 15:43
    Leicester
    16:32
    Nottingham
    49m, Direct
    East Midlands Railway
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  • 15:46
    Leicester
    16:10
    Paris
    24m, Direct
    East Midlands Railway
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Leicester to Nottingham train route details

The Leicester to Nottingham train ticket is £4.70. The average travel time is 21m, covering a distance of approximately 35 miles. There are usually 52 daily trains provided by East Midlands Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
02:38
Last train
Last train
23:45
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
21m
Distance
Distance
35 miles
Price
Price
£4.70*
Train Operators
Train Operators
East Midlands Railway

Leicester to Nottingham train travel guide

Leicester to Nottingham train travel guide

Arriving in Nottingham

Every day, up to 52 trains depart from Leicester and arrive in Nottingham, with the shortest journey taking 21m minutes.

Book the cheap train tickets from Leicester to Nottingham

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Leicester to Nottingham. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer group save options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Leicester to Nottingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Various Railcards are available for different groups and can save you up to 1/3 on fares from Leicester to Nottingham. You can choose the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard based on your age. Additionally, the Family & Friends Railcard or Two Together Railcard are good options for group travel.

Travelling during off-peak hours

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save money on your train journey from Leicester to Nottingham. These tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used during less busy periods, typically outside of the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows for flexibility, opting for off-peak times can lead to substantial cost savings. It's important to note that in most cities and large towns, off-peak time usually starts at 09:30 from Monday to Friday, while in other areas, it typically begins at 09:00.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.