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Nottingham to Manchester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Nottingham to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 9.46, with average prices for this route around AU$ 25.45. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Sun, Aug 3
From AU$ 20.46
Mon, Aug 4
From AU$ 12.44
Tue, Aug 5
From AU$ 9.46
Wed, Aug 6
From AU$ 10.70
Thu, Aug 7
From AU$ 12.14
Fri, Aug 8
From AU$ 11.31
Sat, Aug 9
From AU$ 12.14

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:25 Nottingham	09:05 Manchester Piccadilly	8h 40m, No direct		Find Tickets
09:42 Nottingham	12:04 Manchester Piccadilly	2h 22m, No direct		Find Tickets
09:55 Nottingham	12:30 Manchester Piccadilly	2h 35m, No direct		Find Tickets
10:44 Nottingham	13:07 Manchester Piccadilly	2h 23m, No direct		Find Tickets
11:16 Nottingham	14:04 Manchester Piccadilly	2h 48m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
11:42 Nottingham	14:06 Paris	2h 24m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Nottingham to Manchester train route details

First train

00:25

Last train

22:33

Departure station

Nottingham

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

2h 6m

Distance

94 km

Price

AU$ 9.46*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Nottingham to Manchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 Nottingham to Manchester, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Nottingham to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Nottingham to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Nottingham to Manchester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Nottingham to Manchester train prices and times

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