East Midlands Airport to Nottingham Taxi

Nottingham is the bigger city behind East Midlands Airport's passenger numbers, and the run north is a straight shot. An East Midlands Airport to Nottingham taxi with A1 Airport Cars takes about 25 to 35 minutes, with the fare fixed when you book. Get an instant quote online or call +44 1582 297190.

The route leaves the airport on the A453 north, through Clifton and past the Power Station, and into Nottingham. About 14 miles, mostly dual carriageway, with the only real slowdown the Clifton approaches at peak times. Drivers know the alternative cuts through the villages for when the main road backs up, though on most runs the A453 does the job.

The airport's position south of the city means the drive avoids Nottingham's centre entirely for most destinations on the south side: Clifton, Wilford, West Bridgford and the Meadows are reached without touching the city traffic.

We cover Nottingham across the board. The railway station on Carrington Street, the city centre around the Old Market Square and the Lace Market, the Queen's Medical Centre, the two universities (University of Nottingham's University Park and Nottingham Trent's city campus), the business parks at NG2 and Castle Marina, and Trent Bridge on match days.

The suburbs and satellite towns are covered too: West Bridgford, Mapperley, Sherwood, Arnold, Carlton, Beeston, Stapleford, Hucknall and Long Eaton. Enter the exact address and the quote is built for that destination.

The Skylink bus connects the airport with Nottingham and is the cheapest way into the city for a solo traveller with a small bag. It runs to a timetable with stops along the way, and the journey takes noticeably longer than the direct drive.

The taxi is door to door in 25 to 35 minutes, at whatever hour you land, with the driver meeting you at the designated pickup point in arrivals, identifying themselves with signage, and contacting you directly. For groups, one fixed fare against several bus tickets is usually cheaper. For students arriving with everything they own, for families, and for late-night landings when the bus has stopped, the taxi is the practical booking.

The same comparison, side by side:

• The full East Midlands Airport to Nottingham journey, calculated on the shortest route: your fare is fixed at booking
• The airport drop-off and set-down drop-off charge, included in your quote
• 45 minutes of free waiting after your flight lands (airport pickups only; £10 per 30 minutes after that)
• Pickup adjustment for delays of up to an hour, when you inform the office
• A free child seat if requested when booking (availability cannot be guaranteed)
• A licensed driver

A saloon takes 4 passengers with 2 suitcases and 2 cabin bags; a People Carrier takes 6 with 3 suitcases; the 8-seater Mini Van takes 8 with 8 of each. Best for: the saloon suits couples and solo travellers with standard luggage; First Class suits business travel and special occasions; the People Carrier suits families with children and extra luggage; the Mini Van 8 suits groups of 6–8, sports teams and wedding parties. Baby and child seats are free if requested when booking; availability cannot be guaranteed.

1. Enter East Midlands Airport as pickup and your Nottingham destination, with date, time and flight number, for an instant fixed quote.
2. Choose the vehicle for your group and luggage, then add contact details.
3. Confirm. The fare is locked and the driver is booked.

Cancellation is free more than 12 hours before pickup (a bank fee applies, minimum £5); 12 to 6 hours costs 50% of the fare, and under 6 hours the full fare. Cancellations are by phone or by replying to your reservation confirmation email, and refunds go to the original card within 3 to 5 working days. Support is on +44 1582 297190 around the clock.