What is the cheapest way to get from Accrington to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Accrington to Nelson is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Accrington to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Accrington to Nelson is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £25 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Accrington and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Accrington to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Addison Street and arriving at Beech Tree Close via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Accrington and Nelson?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Accrington and arriving at Nelson. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Accrington to Nelson?

The distance between Accrington and Nelson is 10 miles. The road distance is 10.9 miles.

How do I travel from Accrington to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Accrington to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £3 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Accrington to Nelson?

The train from Accrington to Nelson takes 25 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Nelson bus from?

Accrington to Nelson bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Addison Street station.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Nelson train from?

Accrington to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Accrington station.

Train or bus from Accrington to Nelson?

The best way to get from Accrington to Nelson is to train which takes 25 min and costs £3 - £7. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Accrington to Nelson bus arrive?

Accrington to Nelson bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Accrington to Nelson train arrive?

Accrington to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Nelson station.

Can I drive from Accrington to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Accrington to Nelson is 11 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Accrington to Nelson.

How do I get a train ticket from Accrington to Nelson?

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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Accrington to Nelson - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Accrington to Nelson by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Accrington to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
25 min
£3–7
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Addison Street to Bus Stationbus M1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beech Tree Closebus 2
1h 18m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Accrington to Nelsontaxi 10.8 mi
14 min
£25–30
Drive 10.8 mi
1. Drive from Accrington to Nelsoncar 10.8 mi
14 min
£3–4
Bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Addison Street to Bus Stationbus M1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Clough Roadbus 60
2h

Accrington to Nelson by train

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Nelson, Lancashire, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Accrington to Nelson hourly. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Addison Street to Beech Tree Close via Bus Station in around 1h 18m.

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