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Bristol to Nelson trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bristol and Nelson takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol 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.

5h 33m
Duration
219 mi
Distance
£117
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain train
  3. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain train
5h 41m
£94–152

Bristol to Nelson train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bristol and Nelson. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Nelson at 9:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 218.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Nelson via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 5h 41m.

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