The average train between Nelson and Stoke-on-Trent takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Nelson to Stoke-on-Trent. 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 Nelson and Stoke-on-Trent. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nelson is at 10:57 PM which arrives into Stoke-on-Trent at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Rose Grove and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Nelson to Stoke-on-Trent? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Nelson to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Nelson station and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Nelson to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rose Grove station.
Nelson to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.
Book your Nelson to Stoke-on-Trent train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and 2 other operators.
The distance between Nelson and Stoke-on-Trent is 92.2 km. The road distance is 116 km.
You can take a train from Nelson to Stoke-on-Trent via Rose Grove, Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 49m.