The average train between Kent and Nottingham takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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 Kent and Nottingham. The earliest departure is at 1:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Nottingham at 7:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kent to Nottingham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kent to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Nottingham station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Kent to Nottingham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Nottingham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Nottingham station.
Book your Kent to Nottingham train tickets online with Southeastern and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Kent and Nottingham is 228.3 km. The road distance is 309 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Nottingham via Ashford International and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 19m.