What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Nelson Station?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Nelson Station is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Nelson Station?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Nelson Station is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Nelson Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Nelson Station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Interchange via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Nelson Station?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Nelson Station. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Nelson via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Nelson Station?

The distance between Carlisle and Nelson Station is 117 miles. The road distance is 90.7 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Nelson Station without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Nelson Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £27 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Nelson Station?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Carlisle to Nelson Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Nelson Station bus from?

Carlisle to Nelson Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Nelson Station train from?

Carlisle to Nelson Station train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Nelson Station?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Nelson Station is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £27 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 152 bus, which costs and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Carlisle to Nelson Station bus arrive?

Carlisle to Nelson Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Nelson Station train arrive?

Carlisle to Nelson Station train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Nelson Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Nelson Station is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Carlisle to Nelson Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Carlisle to Nelson Station?

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Where can I stay near Nelson Station?

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Carlisle to Nelson Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 152 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Nelson Station by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
2h 57m
£27–74
Drive 90.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to Nelson Stationcar 90.2 mi
1h 47m
£22–32
Bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
4h 32m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Skiptontrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Outside Rail Station to Interchangebus M6
3h 11m

Carlisle to Nelson Station by train

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Distance: 116 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Nelson Station, England?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Nelson via Preston in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Interchange via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 4h 32m.

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