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Nelson to Perth trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Nelson and Perth takes 6h 1m and the fastest train takes 5h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Nelson to Perth. 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 1m
Duration
279 mi
Distance
£104
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Glasgow

best
  1. Take the train from Nelson to Prestontrain train
  2. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain train
  3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain train
5h 25m
£73–166

Nelson to Perth train times

Trains run hourly between Nelson and Perth. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nelson is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Perth at 8:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 6h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 279.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Nelson, Lancashire, England and Perth, Scotland?

You can take a train from Nelson to Perth via Preston, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 25m.

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