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

Leicester Station to Nottingham - Train Timetable

The EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from Leicester Station to Nottingham runs from 06:41 to 22:52, with departures every 5 min-1 hr 10 min. The journey takes about 53 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Leicester Station to Nottingham by bus and train

To get from Leicester Station to Nottingham in East Midlands, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from Leicester station to Nottingham station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 7 bus and finally take the 89 bus from Parliament Street, Nottingham station to Forest Recreational Ground, Forest Fields (Fo15) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The bus and train schedule from Leicester Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Nottingham on the Moovit app.

53min
Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
Bus - 77
Bus - 8989
Walk to Nottingham
Leaves from Leicester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Leicester Station
    London Road
  • 2
    Train - EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAYEAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY
    Nottingham
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nottingham
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nottingham Railway Station, Nottingham
    ID ntmatjdp
    230 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Nottingham
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Victoria Centre, Nottingham
    ID ntmatjpt
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Parliament Street, Nottingham
    ID ntmatjam
    80 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 8989
    Wait for bus
    89
    Rise Park
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Forest Recreational Ground, Forest Fields (Fo15)
    ID ntmajtat
    5 min
  • 10
    Walk to Nottingham
    Walk to
    Nottingham
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in East Midlands.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transport directions from Leicester Station to Nottingham

The distance between Leicester Station, East Midlands and Nottingham, East Midlands is approximately 47.72 km, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leicester 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 Leicester Station to Nottingham

To check the bus and train timetable from Leicester Station to Nottingham using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Leicester 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.

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Train line EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY, Bus line 7, Bus line 89.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Leicester Station to Nottingham?

    The EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train line goes from Nottingham station near Leicester Station in Leicester to Nottingham Railway Station, Nottingham station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Nottingham Railway Station, Nottingham station near Nottingham in East Midlands.

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

    The total travel time between Leicester Station in Leicester and Nottingham in East Midlands by train and bus is about 53 min.

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

    Get on the EAST MIDLANDS RAILWAY train from the Nottingham station near Leicester Station in Leicester.

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

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

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

    The last train from Leicester Station in Leicester to Nottingham in East Midlands is the East Midlands Railway line. It leaves the Leicester station at 23:46.

Popular Routes