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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Nelson is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Nelson is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Street and arriving at Beech Tree Close via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Nelson?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blackpool South and arriving at Nelson. Services depart once daily, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Nelson?

The distance between Blackpool and Nelson is 47 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £18 - £35.

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

The train from Blackpool South to Nelson takes 1h 48m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Nelson bus from?

Blackpool to Nelson bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Buchanan Street station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Nelson train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Nelson?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Nelson is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 61 bus and line 152 bus, which costs and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Blackpool to Nelson bus arrive?

Blackpool to Nelson bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Nelson train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Nelson is 42 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Blackpool to Nelson.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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Blackpool to Nelson - 6 ways to travel via train, line 61 bus, and line 152 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Blackpool to Nelson by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool South to Nelsontrain Blackpool South - Colne
1h 48m
£18–35
Drive 41.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Nelsoncar 41.9 mi
51 min
£11–15
Line 61 bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Street to Bus Stationbus 61
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
3h 25m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackpool to Nelsontaxi 41.9 mi
51 min
£90–110
Train via Accrington
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Accringtontrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Accrington to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
2h
£17–31
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Prestontrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
2h 8m
£16–31

Blackpool to Nelson by train

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Distance: 46.3 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackpool South to Nelson once daily. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Street to Beech Tree Close via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 3h 25m.

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