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Outbound fromEastbourne to Nottingham by train
It takes an average of 5h 14m to travel from Eastbourne to Nottingham by train, over a distance of around 162 miles (261 km). There are normally 41 trains per day travelling from Eastbourne to Nottingham and tickets for this journey start from £24.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:49 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:20 | |
| Departure station | Eastbourne | |
| Arrival station | Nottingham | |
| Journey time | From 3h 34m | |
| Distance | 162 miles (261 km) | |
| Frequency | 41 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £24.60 | |
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Taking the train from Eastbourne to Nottingham in 3 hours 34 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Eastbourne to Nottingham? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 14 minutes to travel the 162 miles (261 km) from Eastbourne to Nottingham by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 34 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 41 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry to Nottingham. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Eastbourne to Nottingham in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £24.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Nottingham by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Eastbourne to Nottingham
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Eastbourne to Nottingham is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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