Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly Trains From €15.83*

How much luggage is permitted on East Midlands Railway trains?

EMR allows one large suitcase (90 x 70 x 30 centimetres max.) and either a medium cabin-sized bag or an item of hand luggage per passenger.

Are refreshments served on the Nottingham to Manchester train?

What are East Midlands Railway Standard Class carriages like?

Standard Class coaches include a range of facilities for a pleasant trip. Relax on board with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi access and power sockets to charge your devices.

Is Nottingham to Manchester First Class accommodation available?

The Nottingham to Manchester train doesn’t have any First Class carriages or services.

When are the first and last trains from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly?

The first train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly departs at 05:21 from Monday to Saturday and 08:30 on Sunday. Catch the last train at 19:45 on weekdays, 19:38 on Saturdays and 19:45 on Sundays.

Easily journey from the home of Robin Hood to the cultural powerhouse, Manchester, when you opt for the train. We’ve detailed how to make the 58-mile (93-kilometre) trip seamless.

Departing from Nottingham

Just a 15-minute walk from the city centre and three minutes from the Broadmarsh bus station, you’ll have no trouble reaching Nottingham station. The busy interchange is also directly linked to the Nottingham Express Transit (NET) tram network.

• Platform guide: Nottingham station has seven rail platforms, with most further divided into three zones, such as platform 1A, 1B and 1C. Platform 2 is a short single platform, while platform 5 is separated into two zones, 5A and 5B. Trains to Manchester Piccadilly tend to stop at platform 3B. Check the boards and listen out for any announcements.
• Where to stock up on refreshments: Catering isn’t typically available on board. Pop to one of the station outlets - from Costa to the Co-op - for a pre-train meal or snacks for the journey.

On board trains from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly

Enjoy the trip to Manchester to the fullest by spotting the best sights on the route.

• Scenery from the window: The journey from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly promises epic views. Take in natural beauty, including rivers, meadows and the Avenue Washlands, from the comfort of your seat. After departing Sheffield, you’ll come across the magnificent Hope Valley and rolling hills near Edale in the Peak District - the highlight of the train ride.
• Best seats in the house: Snap up seating on the left side in the direction of travel for expansive views of the rural landscape.

Arriving at Manchester Piccadilly

The Nottingham to Manchester train conveniently serves Manchester Piccadilly station, seamlessly linked to the rest of the city and other UK destinations. Navigate the second-busiest station outside the capital like a pro.

• Piccadilly Station Approach exit: Only ten minutes away from the city centre, the main exit also leads to bus stops on Station Approach or London Road. Pick up or lock your bike at the bicycle parking area.
• Fairfield Street exit: Take the lift or escalators down to the lower level for more buses, the Metrolink tram and the taxi rank. The exit is the most convenient for reaching the University of Manchester.
• Local transport: Manchester city centre is entirely walkable. If you have bulky luggage or are travelling to surrounding areas, you can hop on a Bee Network bus or Metrolink tram (Blue or Yellow line) with ease.
• Free bus transfers: Enjoy free travel on not one, but two bus routes from Manchester Piccadilly. Route 1 serves Spinningfields and Deansgate’s cultural venues, shops and restaurants, as well as Central coach station. Route 2 buses take passengers directly to the Medieval Quarter, Chinatown and the Royal Exchange.