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Outbound fromNottingham to Lincoln by train
It takes an average of 57m to travel from Nottingham to Lincoln by train, over a distance of around 32 miles (51 km). There are normally 35 trains per day travelling from Nottingham to Lincoln and tickets for this journey start from £4.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:37 | |
| Departure station | Nottingham | |
| Arrival station | Lincoln | |
| Journey time | From 46m | |
| Distance | 32 miles (51 km) | |
| Frequency | 35 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £4.90 | |
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Taking the train from Nottingham to Lincoln in 46 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Nottingham to Lincoln? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 57 minutes to travel the 32 miles (51 km) from Nottingham to Lincoln by train, although you can get there in as little as 46 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 35 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with East Midlands Railway for all or at least part of your journey to Lincoln.
Book train tickets from Nottingham to Lincoln in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £4.90. 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 Lincoln by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Lincoln
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 Nottingham to Lincoln 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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