The average train between Watford and Nottingham takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is an hourly train service from Watford 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 hourly between Watford and Nottingham. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Nottingham at 1:59 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 8m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Watford 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 Watford to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from London St Pancras Intl station and arriving at Nottingham station via Nottingham station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.
Watford to Nottingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.
Watford to Nottingham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.
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The distance between Watford and Nottingham is 153.2 km. The road distance is 178 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottingham hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 45m.