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Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £5.15, with average prices for this route around £11.90.

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

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Thu, Jun 26
Fri, Jun 27
From £6.60
Sat, Jun 28
From £6.55
Sun, Jun 29
From £11.40
Mon, Jun 30
From £5.95
Tue, Jul 1
From £5.15
Wed, Jul 2
From £8.15

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:48 Manchester Piccadilly	06:34 Nottingham	5h 46m, No direct	Find Tickets
02:44 Manchester Piccadilly	07:30 Nottingham	4h 46m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly	07:54 Nottingham	2h 43m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:12 Manchester Piccadilly	08:34 Nottingham	2h 22m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:12 Manchester Piccadilly	08:36 Nottingham	2h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:30 Manchester Piccadilly	08:49 Paris	2h 19m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham train route details

First train

00:48

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Nottingham

Journey time

1h 46m

Distance

59 miles

Price

£5.15*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham train prices and times

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