Originally Posted by
Elite_Pie
You probably know this, but if the train isn't an option Trent Barton run a regular Red Arrow service from Derby to Nottingham. I think they are still doing the £2 single fare but it drops you in the city centre so a 25 minute walk to Meadow Lane.
Regarding parking, there is a lot of free street parking close to Meadow Lane. Forest have a home game the same day but that won't be a problem at the time you would arrive. Google Freeth Street / Holme Street and you're 5 minutes walk away.