Croydon to Nottingham by train

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Overview: trains from Croydon to Nottingham

Find the key information for travelling by train from Croydon to Nottingham, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:40 View journey
Last train 23:53 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 16m View journey
Distance (km) 189
Trains / day 79 View all
Cheapest journey €99.19 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 6m
Train operators 7

Taking the train from Croydon to Nottingham

So you’re considering going from Croydon to Nottingham by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Cost of train tickets between Croydon and Nottingham

The cheapest train tickets from Croydon to Nottingham start at €99.19. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Croydon to Nottingham is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Croydon to Nottingham departure timetable

On this route, 79 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Croydon at 01:10 and the last leaving at 23:53 during the week.

For weekend travel to Nottingham, the earliest departure is at 00:40 and the last one is at 23:40. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 9 minutes.

How long does the train from Croydon to Nottingham take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 16 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 189 kilometres.

When are tickets between Croydon and Nottingham available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Croydon and Nottingham can be purchased 5 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Additional information on train travel from Croydon to Nottingham

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Nottingham city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Croydon to Nottingham

Want to know more about your journey from Croydon to Nottingham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train route from Croydon to Nottingham covers 189 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.