The average train between Nottingham and Lanark takes 6h 49m and the fastest train takes 5h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Nottingham to Lanark. 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 every 2 hours between Nottingham and Lanark. 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 Lanark at 8:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 6h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Nottingham to Lanark? 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 Lanark. However, there are services departing from Nottingham station and arriving at Lanark station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.
Nottingham to Lanark train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.
Nottingham to Lanark train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Nottingham to Lanark train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Northern Trains Limited and 3 other operators.
The distance between Nottingham and Lanark is 347.1 km. The road distance is 495 km.
You can take a train from Nottingham to Lanark via Manchester Piccadilly, Lancaster, and Motherwell in around 6h 22m.