The average train between Oxford and Nottingham takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Oxford 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 every 4 hours between Oxford and Nottingham. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 6:11 PM which arrives into Nottingham at 8:46 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Nottingham station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.
Oxford to Nottingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Nottingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nottingham station.
Book your Oxford to Nottingham train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Oxford and Nottingham is 133.8 km. The road distance is 193 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Nottingham via Derby in around 2h 22m.