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Arsenal head to the East Midlands on Sunday, 18 October, taking on Nottingham Forest at the City Ground with kickoff set for 4.30pm BST.
It is a far gentler trip than some of the Gunners' longer away days this season, as London and Nottingham are roughly two hours apart by direct train, giving travelling supporters a realistic chance of getting home the same night rather than budgeting for a hotel.
That timing matters for the overall cost, as the match should finish at around 6.20pm, leaving supporters time to make their way back to Nottingham station for an evening train, although the return timetable should be checked before travelling.
With that in mind, FootballGroundGuide takes a look at how much one Arsenal fan can expect to spend making the trip to the City Ground.
| Expense | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Arsenal away ticket | £30 |
| Return train: London–Nottingham | £80 |
| Local transport in Nottingham | £5 |
| Food and drink | £37 |
| Miscellaneous expenses and contingency | £10 |
| Total | £162 |
Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal away day cost breakdown
No overnight stay has been factored into this estimate, as a same-day return from London is realistic for supporters who can secure suitable services after the match. However, fans should check the return timetable and any planned engineering works before setting off, rather than assuming that every service will allow them to get home comfortably that evening.
The match ticket is budgeted at £30, in line with the Premier League's extended away-ticket price cap, although the exact price paid will depend on the ticket available through Arsenal's official allocation.
Transport is the largest single outlay, with £80 set aside for a return train journey between London and Nottingham. Fares depend on the selected services, ticket restrictions, and availability, and TrainPal's displayed fare calendar lists £28.50 for Sunday, 18 October, although the fare shown may not apply to every train or guarantee a suitable return journey.
Fans looking for a cheaper alternative could also consider Arsenal's official supporters' coach, advertised at £33 per person for this fixture, although the listed routes were marked off sale when checked. A further £5 has been allowed for local transport around Nottingham.
Food and drink has been budgeted at £37 to cover a pre-match meal, stadium refreshments, and a drink before kickoff. Actual spending will depend on where the supporter eats and what they purchase on the ground.
A final £10 has been set aside for miscellaneous spending and unexpected costs, bringing the estimated total for one Arsenal fan travelling from London to Nottingham to £162.