The average train between Salford and Nelson takes 1h 32m and the fastest train takes 1h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Salford 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 Salford and Nelson. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Salford is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Nelson at 10:26 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Salford to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Salford station and arriving at Nelson station via Rose Grove. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.
Salford to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Salford Crescent station.
Salford to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rose Grove station.
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The distance between Salford and Nelson is 38.9 km. The road distance is 57 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Salford Crescent to Rose Grove hourly. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 57 min.