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Travel by Train

With a choice of stations nearby, it has never been easier to travel by train to East Midlands Airport

Convenient connections between the airport and train stations

Whilst East Midlands Airport doesn’t have its own train station, we have great connections between four other close stations. Book your train ticket in advance with Trainline to save money - it’s also one less thing to do on the day!

East Midlands Parkway train station

Just five miles from the airport, East Midlands Parkway is perfect for journeys to and from destinations outside the East Midlands region. The Nottsbus On Demand service connects the train station to East Midlands Airport. Find operating hours and more information.

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Derby train station

Derby train station is commonly used for journeys to and from Sheffield, Chesterfield and Birmingham, as well as other destinations to the north and west of the UK. Running every 15 minutes, the frequent Skylink bus connects the train station to East Midlands Airport on a 24/7 basis.

Nottingham train station

Use Nottingham train station for journeys to and from Lincoln, as well as the east of the UK. Also only 12 miles from the airport, hop on the Skylink bus to travel to and from East Midlands Airport – the bus runs every 30 minutes on a 24/7 basis.

Long Eaton train station

Just seven miles from East Midlands Airport, Long Eaton station connects London and destinations to the south of the UK. The frequent Skylink bus will transport you to and from the airport in no time - the bus runs every 20 minutes, 24 hours a day.

FAQs

Where can I buy a train ticket?

You can buy train tickets online or at the station. Booking tickets on the day of departure is easy, but it can also be more expensive than pre-booking your train ticket.

Can I buy a ticket on the day?

Yes, you can buy your train tickets online or at the station. Save money by pre-booking your ticket rather than buying it on the day of departure.

How do I get from the train station to the terminal?

The Nottsbus On Demand service connects East Midlands Parkway Station to the airport. Buses also connect the airport to Derby Station, Nottingham Station and Long Eaton Station. Research your journey beforehand to find which bus you need to catch.

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