The average train between Bristol and Nottingham takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol to Nottingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Nottingham. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Nottingham at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Nottingham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Bristol to Nottingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Nottingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nottingham station.
Book your Bristol to Nottingham train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Bristol and Nottingham is 193.6 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Nottingham via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 58m.