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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Nelson is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Nelson is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Newhall Street and arriving at Beech Tree Close via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Nelson via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Nelson?

The distance between Birmingham and Nelson is 130 miles. The road distance is 117.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Birmingham to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Nelson bus from?

Birmingham to Nelson bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall Street station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Nelson train from?

Birmingham to Nelson train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Nelson?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Nelson is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Birmingham to Nelson bus arrive?

Birmingham to Nelson bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Birmingham to Nelson train arrive?

Birmingham to Nelson train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Nelson is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Birmingham to Nelson.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Nelson?

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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Birmingham to Nelson - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
3h 30m
£47–80
Drive 116.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Nelsoncar 116.7 mi
2h 6m
£29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
3h 51m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X43
4h 16m
£38–74
Bus via Clough Road
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
5h 8m

Birmingham to Nelson by train

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Distance: 129.4 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Nelson via Preston in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newhall Street to Beech Tree Close via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 3h 51m.

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