What is the cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Aintree?

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Aintree is to bus and train which costs £11 - £35 and takes 4h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nottingham to Aintree?

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Aintree is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Aintree?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station station and arriving at Aintree Racecourse. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Old Roan via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Aintree?

The distance between Nottingham and Aintree is 124 miles. The road distance is 96 miles.

How do I travel from Nottingham to Aintree without a car?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Aintree without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £28 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Nottingham to Aintree?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Nottingham to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Aintree bus from?

Nottingham to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Aintree train from?

Nottingham to Aintree train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Aintree?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Aintree is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £28 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £29 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Nottingham to Aintree bus arrive?

Nottingham to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aintree Racecourse station.

Where does the Nottingham to Aintree train arrive?

Nottingham to Aintree train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Aintree is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Nottingham to Aintree.

How do I get a train ticket from Nottingham to Aintree?

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Where can I stay near Aintree?

There are 2065+ hotels available in Aintree.

Nottingham to Aintree - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Nottingham to Aintree by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Liverpool Lime StreetNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 19m
£28–88
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Greyfriar Gate to Shudehill InterchangeUk079
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime StreetNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 57m
£11–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Aintree RacecourseGn4
3h 40m
£21–29
Drive 95.5 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Aintree95.5 mi
2h 16m
£24–35

Nottingham to Aintree by train and foot

90Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.5 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Nottingham, England and Aintree, England?

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Nottingham to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £23–85 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Aintree Racecourse twice a week. Tickets cost £21–29 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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