How to get from Derby Station to Nottingham by bus and train?

Derby Station to Nottingham - Train Timetable

The CROSSCOUNTRY train from Derby Station to Nottingham runs from 05:58 to 23:58, with departures every 20 min-1 hr 15 min. The journey takes about 47 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Derby Station to Nottingham by bus and train

To get from Derby Station to Nottingham in East Midlands, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Derby station to Nottingham station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRAM bus and finally take the CAL bus from Parliament Street, Nottingham station to Forest Recreational Ground, Forest Fields (Fo15) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The bus and train schedule from Derby Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Nottingham on the Moovit app.

47min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - TRAMTRAM
Bus - CALCAL
Walk to Nottingham
Leaves from Derby

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Derby Station
    Nelson Street
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Nottingham
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nottingham
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nottingham Station Tram Stop, Nottingham
    ID ntmwtpaw
    150 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - TRAMTRAM
    Wait for bus
    TRAM
    Hucknall
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Royal Centre Tram Stop, Nottingham
    ID ntmatpwt
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Parliament Street, Nottingham
    ID ntmatgwt
    150 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - CALCAL
    Wait for bus
    CAL
    Nottingham
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Forest Recreational Ground, Forest Fields (Fo15)
    ID ntmajtat
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Nottingham
    Walk to
    Nottingham
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Derby Station to Nottingham

The distance between Derby Station, East Midlands and Nottingham, East Midlands is approximately 28.72 km, which can typically be travelled in 47 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Derby Station to Nottingham by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in East Midlands – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Derby Station to Nottingham

To check the bus and train timetable from Derby Station to Nottingham using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Derby Station) and destination (Nottingham), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Derby Station to Nottingham?

    The fastest way takes 47 minutes, using Train line CROSSCOUNTRY, Bus line TRAM, Bus line CAL.

  • Is there a direct train between Derby Station and Nottingham?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 47 min.

  • Which train line goes from Derby Station to Nottingham?

    The CROSSCOUNTRY train line goes from Nottingham station near Derby Station in Derby to Nottingham Station Tram Stop, Nottingham station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Nottingham Station Tram Stop, Nottingham station near Nottingham in East Midlands.

  • How long does it take to travel from Derby Station to Nottingham by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Derby Station in Derby and Nottingham in East Midlands by train and bus is about 47 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Derby Station to get to Nottingham?

    Get on the CROSSCOUNTRY train from the Nottingham station near Derby Station in Derby.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Derby Station and Nottingham?

    Get off the train at the Nottingham Station Tram Stop, Nottingham stop, which is closest to Nottingham in East Midlands.

  • When is the last train from Derby Station to Nottingham?

    The last train from Derby Station in Derby to Nottingham in East Midlands is the CrossCountry line. It leaves the Derby station at 23:58.

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