The average train between Bath and Nelson takes 6h 22m and the fastest train takes 4h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Bath to Nelson. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Bath and Nelson. The earliest departure is at 1:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Bath is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Nelson at 9:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 6h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 16m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bath to Nelson? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bath to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads station and arriving at Nelson station via Birmingham New Street station and Preston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.
Bath to Nelson train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bath to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Nelson station.
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The distance between Bath and Nelson is 273.6 km. The road distance is 329 km.
You can take a train from Bath Spa to Nelson via Bristol Temple Meads, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 6h 19m.