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

The cheapest way to get from Braintree to Nelson is to bus via Milton Keynes which costs £45 - £120 and takes 10h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Braintree to Nelson is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Braintree and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Braintree to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Rue De Jeunes and arriving at Beech Tree Close via Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Braintree and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Braintree to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Braintree and arriving at Nelson via Moorgate station, London Euston and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Braintree to Nelson?

The distance between Braintree and Nelson is 284 miles. The road distance is 210.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Braintree to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Braintree to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Braintree to Nelson bus from?

Braintree to Nelson bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Braintree to Nelson train from?

Braintree to Nelson train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Braintree station.

Train or bus from Braintree to Nelson?

The best way to get from Braintree to Nelson is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Braintree to Nelson bus arrive?

Braintree to Nelson bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Finchley Road Station.

Where does the Braintree to Nelson train arrive?

Braintree to Nelson train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Braintree to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Braintree to Nelson is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Braintree to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Braintree to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain
5h 36m
£99–197
Bus via Milton Keynes
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 737
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X43
10h 51m
£48–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Finchley Road Stationbus A6
2. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
9h 6m
Drive 209.7 mi
1. Drive from Braintree to Nelsoncar 209.7 mi
4h 12m
£51–74
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Braintree to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain
4. Take the train from Blackburn to Nelsontrain
6h 51m
£107–347
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
6h 54m
£81–132
Fly from London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
2. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain
3. Take the train from Blackburn to Nelsontrain
7h 55m
£59–189

Braintree to Nelson by bus and train

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Distance: 282 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a train from Braintree to Nelson via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Preston in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rue De Jeunes to Beech Tree Close via Coach Station, Finchley Road Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 9h 6m.

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