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13/11/2025
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Nottingham to Birmingham by train

The journey from Nottingham to Birmingham by train is 45.3 mi and takes 1 hr 21 mins. There are 23 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:49 and the last at 21:22. It is possible to travel from Nottingham to Birmingham by train for as little as £12.01 or as much as £44.26. The best price for this journey is £12.01.

Lowest Price £12.01
Journey Duration 1 hr 21 mins
Connection per Day 23
Lowest Price £12.01
Highest Price £44.26
First Departure 05:49
Last Departure 21:22
Distance 45.3 mi
Departure Nottingham
Arrival Birmingham
Carriers CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £9.00 to £22.08 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 59% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Birmingham

The cheapest Nottingham - Birmingham train tickets can be found for as low as £8.58 if you’re lucky, or £14.13 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £18.34.

Find the best day to travel to Birmingham by train

When travelling to Birmingham by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Nottingham to Birmingham CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
5.1kg
Bus
5.47kg
Flight
14.58kg
Car
11.67kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Nottingham to Birmingham by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Nottingham and Birmingham are 5.1kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Nottingham and Birmingham? By taking the train between Nottingham and Birmingham you will save 9.48kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.37kg compared to a bus and 6.57kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham?
A train ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham is £26.06. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £12.01.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Nottingham to Birmingham is £12.01. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Nottingham and Birmingham by train?
Nottingham to Birmingham is 45.3 mi.
How long does the train between Nottingham and Birmingham take?
Nottingham to Birmingham is on average 1 hr 21 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 5 mins.
Which companies operate from Nottingham to Birmingham?
The train journey from Nottingham to Birmingham is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: CrossCountry and East Midlands Railway.
How many train connections per day go from Nottingham to Birmingham?
Nottingham to Birmingham has 23 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Nottingham to Birmingham leave?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Birmingham departs at 05:49. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Nottingham to Birmingham depart?
The latest train from Nottingham to Birmingham departs at 21:22. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Nottingham to Birmingham in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £12.01 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Nottingham to Birmingham?
There are on average 10 direct connection(s) from Nottingham to go to Birmingham.
What's the fastest journey time between Nottingham to Birmingham by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Nottingham and Birmingham is 1 hr 5 mins.
Is there a direct train from Nottingham to Birmingham?
Yes, there is a direct train between Nottingham and Birmingham.
What are the CO2 emissions for Nottingham to Birmingham by train?
The train journey from Nottingham to Birmingham creates 5.1kg of CO2 emissions.

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