Leicester to Nottingham is one of the most-travelled routes in the East Midlands — roughly 27 miles between two city centres, with business, shopping, hospital appointments, concerts and student travel running in both directions every day. This guide sets out what a Leicester to Nottingham taxi costs in 2026, how long it takes, and the situations where it makes more sense than the train.
Leicester to Nottingham taxi prices
We quote fixed fares on this route, agreed before you travel:
| Vehicle | Passengers | Fixed fare |
|---|---|---|
| Saloon | 1–4 | From £45 |
| MPV | 5–6 | From £65 |
The quote covers the whole car, not a price per head, so four people travelling together split one fare. Full route pricing for other cities is on our long-distance taxi Leicester page.
How long does it take?
The quickest route is the A453, which runs north from the M1 corridor straight into Nottingham, and the journey takes about 30 minutes when the roads are clear. Rush hour into Nottingham adds time, as do events at the arena or at Trent Bridge and the City Ground on match days. We build realistic timings into your booking rather than quoting a best case — tell us when you need to arrive and we will set the pickup time accordingly.
When a taxi beats the train
East Midlands Railway runs a frequent service between Leicester and Nottingham, and for a single traveller with a bag it is usually the cheaper option. A taxi wins in four situations:
- Travelling as a group. One fixed fare split three or four ways compares well with individual tickets, especially at short notice when walk-up rail fares are highest.
- Luggage, equipment or shopping. No lifting cases on and off a train, no stairs at either station — the car takes you from door to door.
- Addresses away from the stations. If you are heading to a business park, a hospital, a hotel or a home address, the train still leaves you with the last leg to arrange.
- Early, late or awkward times. Outside the timetable, or when a connection would leave you waiting, a pre-booked car is simply more practical.
Common reasons people book this route
Business travel between the two city centres is steady throughout the week, often as a return booking with a confirmed collection time after a meeting. Hospital appointments are another regular one, where arriving at a specific entrance matters more than saving a few pounds. We also carry families heading to events, students moving between the cities, and groups travelling to concerts and sport — plus onward airport connections, with East Midlands Airport sitting conveniently between the two.
Booking your Leicester to Nottingham taxi
Book online, call 0116 233 8888 or message us on WhatsApp. Tell us your pickup address, your destination in Nottingham, the time and the number of passengers, and we will confirm the fixed fare and the vehicle before you commit. Every driver is licensed and DBS-checked, and we operate 24/7 including weekends and bank holidays.