The average train between Nottingham and Knowsley takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Nottingham to Knowsley. 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 Nottingham and Knowsley. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Knowsley at 10:36 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Nottingham to Knowsley? 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 Nottingham to Knowsley. However, there are services departing from Nottingham station and arriving at Knowsley station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.
Nottingham to Knowsley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.
Nottingham to Knowsley train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Huyton station.
Book your Nottingham to Knowsley train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Nottingham and Knowsley is 123.4 km. The road distance is 174 km.
You can take a train from Nottingham to Huyton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 16m.