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The average train between Leeds and Nelson takes 1h 49m and the fastest train takes 1h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds 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.

1h 49m
Duration
42 mi
Distance
£16
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain train York - Blackpool North / ...
2h 9m
£14–25

Leeds to Nelson train times

Trains run hourly between Leeds and Nelson. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Nelson at 6:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Burnley Manchester Road and take an average of 1h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited8h 29m • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 28m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 30m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 33m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 28m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 30m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 33m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 28m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 30m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 33m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 30m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 42.1 mi
  • Duration: 1h 49m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Road hourly. Tickets cost £12–23 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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