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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Nelson is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Nelson is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Beech Tree Close via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Nelson?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blackburn and arriving at Nelson. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Blackburn to Nelson?

The distance between Blackburn and Nelson is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £11.

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

The train from Blackburn to Nelson takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Nelson bus from?

Blackburn to Nelson bus services, operated by Moving People, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Nelson train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackburn to Nelson?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Nelson is to train which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Blackburn to Nelson bus arrive?

Blackburn to Nelson bus services, operated by Moving People, arrive at Red Lion Street School Stop station.

Where does the Blackburn to Nelson train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackburn to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Nelson is 16 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Blackburn to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
37 min
£5–11
Drive 15.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackburn to Nelsoncar 15.6 mi
20 min
£4–6
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Red Lion Street School Stopbus Hs1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beech Tree Closebus 2
1h 4m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackburn to Nelsontaxi 15.6 mi
20 min
£35–45
Line 152 bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Clough Roadbus 60
2h 6m

Blackburn to Nelson by train

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Distance: 14.7 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackburn to Nelson hourly. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Beech Tree Close via Red Lion Street School Stop and Bus Station in around 1h 4m.

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