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Nottingham to St Mary Cray by train

First train

04:09

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Nottingham

Arrival station

St Mary Cray

Journey time

From 2h 49m

Distance

120 miles (193 km)

Frequency

22 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway

Taking the train from Nottingham to St Mary Cray in 2 hours 49 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Nottingham to St Mary Cray? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 6 minutes to travel the 120 miles (193 km) from Nottingham to St Mary Cray by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 22 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Southeastern to St Mary Cray. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Nottingham to St Mary Cray in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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 St Mary Cray by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Nottingham to St Mary Cray

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

How do you travel to St Mary Cray from Nottingham?

To get to St Mary Cray from Nottingham, why not take the train? With 22 trains per day and an average journey time of 4 hours and 6 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

How long does it take to get from Nottingham to St Mary Cray by train?

On average, it takes around 4 hours and 6 minutes to travel from Nottingham to St Mary Cray by train, although you can get there in 2 hours and 49 minutes on the fastest services. With 22 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

How fast can trains travel from Nottingham to St Mary Cray?

The fastest time a train can travel the 120 miles (193 km) from Nottingham to St Mary Cray is 2 hours and 49 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Nottingham to St Mary Cray?

There are no direct trains that run between Nottingham and St Mary Cray. You’ll need to make at least 1 change along the way.

Cheap train tickets from Nottingham to St Mary Cray

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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 St Mary Cray is right for you.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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