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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Nelson is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Nelson is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Prince Street and arriving at Beech Tree Close via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Nelson via Blackburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Bolton to Nelson?

The distance between Bolton and Nelson is 28 miles. The road distance is 25.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £10 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Bolton to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Nelson bus from?

Bolton to Nelson bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Prince Street station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Nelson train from?

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

Train or bus from Bolton to Nelson?

The best way to get from Bolton to Nelson is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £10 - £21. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Bolton to Nelson bus arrive?

Bolton to Nelson bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Bolton to Nelson train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bolton to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Nelson is 26 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Bolton to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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Bolton to Nelson - 6 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, car, taxi, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
1h 50m
£10–21
Drive 25.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bolton to Nelsoncar 25.7 mi
40 min
£7–9
Line 1 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Prince Street to Arrival Standbus 1
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
2h 16m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Nelsontaxi 25.7 mi
40 min
£55–70
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Prince Street to Arrival Standbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Red Lion Street School Stopbus Hs1
2h 36m
Line 471 bus, line 483 bus
1. Take the bus from Shiffnall Street to Bury Interchangebus 471 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bury Interchange to Bus Stationbus 483
2h 47m

Bolton to Nelson by train

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Distance: 28.2 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Nelson via Blackburn in around 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Prince Street to Beech Tree Close via Arrival Stand, Bus Station, Red Lion Street School Stop, and Bus Station in around 2h 36m.

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