How to get from Durham to Nottingham

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What is the best way to travel from Durham to Nottingham?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Nottingham from Durham. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
2h 37m
£54
£78
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What is the cheapest way to reach Nottingham from Durham?

You can reach Nottingham with just £54 by taking a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER), but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
Wednesday
from £54
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from £55
Sunday
Monday

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 20m
    0
    11:40
    Durham
    Central Station
    15:00
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £54
  • CrossCountry
    3h 5m
    0
    08:53
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:58
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £78
  • CrossCountry
    3h 5m
    0
    09:53
    Durham
    Central Station
    12:58
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £78
  • CrossCountry
    3h 4m
    0
    10:54
    Durham
    Central Station
    13:58
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £78
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 45m
    0
    08:39
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:24
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £129

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 50m
    0
    17:40
    Durham
    Central Station
    20:30
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £55
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 19m
    0
    18:40
    Durham
    Central Station
    21:59
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £55
  • CrossCountry
    2h 38m
    0
    17:52
    Durham
    Central Station
    20:30
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £64
  • CrossCountry
    2h 37m
    0
    18:53
    Durham
    Central Station
    21:30
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £64
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 46m
    0
    17:40
    Durham
    Central Station
    20:26
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £129

What are the fastest trips from Durham to Nottingham?

You can get to Nottingham from Durham in just 2h 37m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
Wednesday
from 2h 45m
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from 2h 37m
Sunday
Monday

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 45m
    0
    08:39
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:24
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £129
  • CrossCountry
    3h 4m
    0
    10:54
    Durham
    Central Station
    13:58
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £78
  • CrossCountry
    3h 5m
    0
    08:53
    Durham
    Central Station
    11:58
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £78
  • CrossCountry
    3h 5m
    0
    09:53
    Durham
    Central Station
    12:58
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £78
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 20m
    0
    11:40
    Durham
    Central Station
    15:00
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £54

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 37m
    0
    18:53
    Durham
    Central Station
    21:30
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £64
  • CrossCountry
    2h 38m
    0
    17:52
    Durham
    Central Station
    20:30
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £64
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 46m
    0
    17:40
    Durham
    Central Station
    20:26
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £129
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 50m
    0
    17:40
    Durham
    Central Station
    20:30
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £55
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 19m
    0
    18:40
    Durham
    Central Station
    21:59
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £55
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Durham to Nottingham

What are the most popular stations in Durham and Nottingham?

In Durham, you will usually depart from Central Station, University Palatine Centre or Central Bus Station, while in Nottingham you will be arriving at Central Station, Beeston Centre or Bulwell Tram Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Nottingham from Durham? With 5 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Durham and Nottingham, you can pay as low as £54 with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Nottingham in just 2h 37m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Durham and Nottingham are London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Durham and Nottingham is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Langley Park or to Heckmondwike, and look at flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport, and landing at East Midlands Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Durham to Nottingham?

The most popular companies between Durham and Nottingham, are London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Durham to Nottingham

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Durham to Nottingham. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Durham to Nottingham

How can I reach Nottingham from Durham?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Nottingham from Durham.

How far is Nottingham from Durham?

The distance between Durham and Nottingham is 205.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Durham and Nottingham?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 7 kgs, a car 35 kgs, and a flight 50 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Durham to Nottingham?

You can get to Nottingham with just £54 by taking a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to Nottingham?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Nottingham in just 2h 37m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Durham and to Nottingham

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Durham and to Nottingham. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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