Nottingham

Nottingham (NOT)

Nottingham station
Carrington Street
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG2 3AQ
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Nottingham train station information

Nottingham train station is a major railway station located in the city of Nottingham, England. The station has 7 platforms and is situated in the heart of the city, making it easily accessible by foot or public transport. Nottingham train station offers a range of facilities including shops, restaurants, waiting areas, and ticketing services. It is also well-connected to other parts of the city and the country, with frequent trains running to major cities such as London, Birmingham, Liverpool, and Manchester.

Staffing level Full time
CCTV Yes
Information systems
  • DepartureScreens
  • ArrivalScreens
  • Announcements
Hotels near Nottingham train station

There are several hotels near Nottingham train station that offer great accommodation options. Some of the popular hotels include Jurys Inn Nottingham, Hilton Nottingham, Park Plaza Nottingham, St James Hotel, and ibis Nottingham Centre Hotel.

Shops and restaurants at Nottingham train station

Nottingham railway station offers a range of shopping and dining options for passengers. There are several cafes and restaurants, including a Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, and a Pumpkin Cafe. There are also convenience stores and newsagents where you can purchase snacks, drinks, and reading material for your journey. In addition, there are several shops selling a variety of items, from books and magazines to travel accessories and gifts. So, you can easily grab a bite to eat, do some shopping, and relax before catching your train.

The history of Nottingham train station

Nottingham railway station was built in 1848 and has since undergone several major renovations and expansions to accommodate a growing number of passengers and trains. During World War II, the station was used to transport troops and supplies, and was also targeted in German bombing raids. After the war, the station was rebuilt and expanded once again. In the 1960s, a new concourse and platform were added, and the station was modernized to accommodate electric trains. Further renovations were carried out in the 1980s, and the station was rebranded as Nottingham Midland Station. Today, the station serves over 8 million passengers per year and is a major transport hub on the East Midlands Railway route.

Nottingham train station parking

Nottingham train station offers both short-term and long-term parking options for its passengers. The car park is located adjacent to the station and has a capacity of over 950 spaces. The rates for parking vary depending on the length of stay, but there are discounts available for those who book in advance. There are several other car parks located within walking distance of the station, which offer both hourly and daily rates. However, as the station is located in the heart of the city, parking can be limited during peak hours.

Ticket office information

Booking hall

Ticket office opening times
  • Monday to Friday: 06:00 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 06:00 - 20:00
  • Sunday: 07:15 - 20:00

Note:

Pre-purchase collection Yes
Ticket machine Yes
Oyster cards issued here No
Use Oyster cards here No
Smartcards issued here Yes
Top up Smartcards here Yes
Validate Smartcards here Yes
Smartcards information

Collect and top your Smartcard at this location

Penalty fares Applicable Operators: EM
Left luggage No
Left luggage contact details

URL: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/

Lost property contact details

Telephone: 03457 125678

URL: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/

Seated area available
No
Waiting room opening times
  • Monday to Friday: 06:00 - 22:00
  • Saturday: 06:00 - 22:00
  • Sunday: 08:00 - 21:00

Note:

Waiting room information

There is an Assisted Travel Lounge located at the front of the train stations, once you pass through the barriers. Heating waiting rooms on all platforms except platform 7, along with sheltered platform waiting areas with accessible seating (all platforms).

Trolleys available
Yes
Station buffet available Yes
Station buffet information

Cafes and vending machines.

Toilets available Yes
Toilets information

The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Toilet opening times:

  • Monday to Friday: 06:00 to 20:00
  • Saturday: 06:00 to 20:00
  • Sunday: 07:15 to 20:00
Baby changing facilities available Yes
Showers Unknown
Telephones available Yes
Wifi available No
Wifi information

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ATM available Yes
Bureau de change available Unknown
Shops available Yes
Helpline information

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here .

Helpline contact details

Note:

08000 11 33 23

URL: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/

Staff help information

Passenger Assistance meeting point is located in the concourse or at the ticket gates.

Staff help opening times
  • Monday to Sunday: 24 hours
  • Monday to Friday: 24 hours
  • Saturday: 24 hours
  • Sunday: 24 hours
Induction loop available Yes
Accessible ticket machines available Yes
Accessible booking office counter available
Yes
Ramp for train access available
Yes
Accessible taxis information

Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.

Accessible public telephones information

None

National Key toilets available Yes
National Key toilets information

The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.

Step free access coverage Whole station
Step free access information

This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines.

This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.

Ticket gates exist
Yes
Impaired mobility set down available Yes
Wheelchairs
Yes
Cycle storage available Yes
Cycle storage number of spaces 140
Cycle storage sheltered Yes
Cycle storage CCTV Yes
Cycle storage location

Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road.

Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.

Cycle storage information

Cycle hub open 24 hours. Changing facilities and toilet available. Cycle repairs available at Russell's Bicycle Shed.

Cycle storage types
  • Compounds
  • Stands
Car park 1 Station Car Park
Car park 1 spaces 957
Car park 1 opening times
  • Monday to Friday: 24 hours
  • Saturday: 24 hours
  • Sunday: 24 hours
Car park 1 charges
  • Daily: £9.50
  • Weekly: £29.00
  • Monthly: £95.00
  • Three monthly: £257.00
  • Annual: £950.00
Car park 1 contact details

Note:

£3.00 Evening car park fare is available from 1800 until 0230.

URL: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/

Rail replacement information

Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.

Bus services information

Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here

Metro services information

'Nottingham Express Transit' the cities tram network serves Nottingham rail station. For route and times information: www.thetram.net

Nottingham PLUSBUS tickets are accepted for travel on the NET tram system.

Airport information

East Midlands Airport. Nottingham City Transport operate a regular, daily 'Skylink' service from Nottingham station direct to East Midlands Airport. For details: www.skylink.co.uk

Through-ticketing is available from National Rail stations to East Midlands Airport via Nottingham Station and the 'Skylink' service.

Virtual tour of Nottingham railway station

You can use the virtual tour to explore Nottingham station at your leisure and find useful information to help you ahead of your journey.

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Nottingham Train Station FAQs

Nottingham station is also known as Nottingham Midland station.

The distance between Nottingham Train Station to the city centre is around 10 minutes with plenty of retail shops to enjoy. Nottingham’s Victoria Centre is also within walking distance from the station, accessible by foot in 10-15mins.

Yes, you can pick up from Nottingham Train Station. The station has a multistorey car park that offers 957 spaces with 45 accessible spaces. If you're just looking to pick up or drop off, parking here is free for up to 30 minutes.

Yes, Nottingham Station has ticket barriers installed at the entrance of the station which require a valid ticket or pass to gain access. The barriers help to ensure that only passengers with valid tickets can board the trains.

Nottingham Train Station has excellent transport links to various parts of the city and beyond. The station is served by bus, tram, taxi, and car rental services, making it easy to reach your destination from the station. The Nottingham Express Transit (NET) tram system has a stop right outside the station, providing easy access to the city centre and other suburbs. Several bus services also operate from the station, connecting it to different parts of the city, and there is a taxi rank right outside the station. If you prefer to rent a car, several car rental companies have their offices within walking distance of the station, making it convenient for you to pick up and drop off your rental car.

Nottingham Train Station has seven platforms that serve a variety of train services, including local and regional trains, as well as long-distance trains to London and other major cities in the UK. Each platform has access to ticket machines and customer service help points, as well as seating areas and platform information displays that show train times and destinations. The station is also equipped with various amenities such as cafés, shops, and toilets, making it a convenient and comfortable place to start or end your journey.

Yes, Nottingham railway station has secure storage facilities for 140 bikes which is located on the ground floor of the multi-storey car park on Queens Road. There is additional bike storage adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.

The cycle hub has CCTV in place, is open 24 hours a day and consists of compounds and bike stands.

Yes, there is step free access to all platforms at Nottingham train station, along with level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office.