What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson is to tram and bus which costs £7 - £16 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton-under-Lyne and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange and arriving at Beech Tree Close via Rochdale Interchange, Post Office and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne and arriving at Nelson via Manchester Victoria and Rose Grove. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson?

The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Nelson is 40 miles. The road distance is 35.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £15 - £30.

How long does it take to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson bus from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson train from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £15 - £30. Alternatively, you can line 409 bus and line 464 bus, which costs and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson bus arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Rochdale Interchange station.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson train arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rose Grove station.

Can I drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson is 36 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson?

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Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 409 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Rose Grovetrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn / ...
2h 40m
£15–29
Tram, bus
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Ashton-under-Lyne to Piccadilly Gardenstram Blue Line
2. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X43
3h 12m
£8–16
Line 409 bus, line 464 bus
1. Take the bus from Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 409
2. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Market Streetbus 464
2h 41m
Drive 35.6 mi
1. Drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelsoncar 35.6 mi
39 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelsontaxi 35.6 mi
39 min
£75–90
Bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Clough Roadbus 60
3h 53m

Ashton-under-Lyne to Nelson by train

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Distance: 40.2 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Ashton-under-Lyne, England and Nelson, Lancashire, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Rose Grove hourly. Tickets cost £11–21 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange to Beech Tree Close via Rochdale Interchange, Market Street, Post Office, and Bus Station in around 2h 41m.

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