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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Rufford is to bus via Manchester which costs £11 - £30 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Rufford is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Rufford?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Rufford. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at The Paddock via Aintree Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Rufford?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Rufford. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Rufford via Manchester Piccadilly and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Rufford?

The distance between Nottingham and Rufford is 124 miles. The road distance is 99.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Rufford without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £25 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Nottingham to Rufford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Rufford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Rufford train from?

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

Train or bus from Nottingham to Rufford?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Rufford is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £25 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £35 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Nottingham to Rufford bus arrive?

Nottingham to Rufford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aintree Festival Zone Package station.

Where does the Nottingham to Rufford train arrive?

Nottingham to Rufford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Rufford?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Rufford is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Nottingham to Rufford.

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

Book your Nottingham to Rufford train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rufford?

There are 1024+ hotels available in Rufford.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester PiccadillyNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to PrestonManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
4h 3m
£25–86
Bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Greyfriar Gate to Shudehill InterchangeUk079
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk030
6h 10m
£11–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Aintree Festival Zone PackageGn4
6h 8m
£25–35
Drive 98.5 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Rufford98.5 mi
2h 18m
£24–35

Nottingham to Rufford by train

102Weekly Trains

4h 3mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nottingham to Rufford.

Launch map view

Distance: 123.4 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Nottingham, England and Rufford, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Nottingham to Rufford via Manchester Piccadilly and Preston in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Aintree Festival Zone Package twice a week. Tickets cost £21–29 and the journey takes 3h 41m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.