The average train between Reading and Nottingham (Station) takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading to Nottingham (Station). 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 Reading and Nottingham (Station). The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Nottingham (Station) at 9:51 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Reading to Nottingham (Station). However, there are services departing from Reading station and arriving at Nottingham (Station) station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
Reading to Nottingham (Station) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.
Reading to Nottingham (Station) train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.
Book your Reading to Nottingham (Station) train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Reading and Nottingham (Station) is 166.3 km. The road distance is 237 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Derby every 3 hours. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 13m.