The average train between Nottingham and Nelson takes 6h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Nottingham 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 3 times a day between Nottingham and Nelson. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Nelson at 7:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 6h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



4h 6m • 3 changes


3h 58m • 3 changes


3h 43m • 3 changes


3h 43m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Nottingham to Nelson? 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 Nottingham to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Nottingham station and arriving at Nelson station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.
Nottingham to Nelson train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.
Nottingham to Nelson train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Rose Grove station.
Book your Nottingham to Nelson train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Metrolink and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Nottingham and Nelson is 120 km. The road distance is 188 km.
You can take a train from Nottingham to Nelson via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, Manchester Victoria, and Rose Grove in around 4h 33m.