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Trip Overview

The average train between Bath and Nelson takes 6h 21m 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.

6h 21m
Duration
230 mi
Distance
£101
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Bath to Nelson train times

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 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 28m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 15m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited11h 27m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 1m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 17m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 21m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 25m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 20m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 20m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 17m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 57m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 18m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 55m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 13m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 17m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 21m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 25m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 17m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 21m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 16m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 25m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 17m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 21m • 3 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 16m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

Map of how to get from Bath to Nelson.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 230.1 mi
  • Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Bath, England and Nelson, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Nelson via Bristol Temple Meads, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 6h 18m.

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