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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Nelson is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Nelson is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Beech Tree Close via Chorlton Street Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Nelson via Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Nelson?

The distance between Cardiff and Nelson is 217 miles. The road distance is 204.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Cardiff to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Nelson bus from?

Cardiff to Nelson bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Nelson train from?

Cardiff to Nelson train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Nelson?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Nelson is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Nelson bus arrive?

Cardiff to Nelson bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Nelson train arrive?

Cardiff to Nelson train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Nelson is 204 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain
5h 34m
£75–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X43
6h 50m
£40–95
Train, bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
6h 28m
Drive 203.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Nelsoncar 203.2 mi
4h 13m
£50–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X43
6h 6m
£73–126

Cardiff to Nelson by train

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Distance: 215.3 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Nelson, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Nelson via Crewe and Preston in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Beech Tree Close via Manchester Central Coach Station, Chorlton Street Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 50m.

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