The average train between Leyland and Nelson takes 1h 51m and the fastest train takes 1h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Leyland 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 hourly between Leyland and Nelson. The earliest departure is at 12:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Leyland is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Nelson at 12:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leyland to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Leyland station and arriving at Nelson station via Nelson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.
Leyland to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Leyland to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Nelson station.
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The distance between Leyland and Nelson is 35.4 km. The road distance is 49 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Nelson hourly. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 1h 4m.