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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Nelson is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Nelson is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Beech Tree Close via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Nelson via Warrington Bank Quay and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Chester to Nelson?

The distance between Chester and Nelson is 74 miles. The road distance is 67.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Nelson without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Chester to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Nelson bus from?

Chester to Nelson bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Nelson train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Nelson?

The best way to get from Chester to Nelson is to bus and line 100 bus which takes 5h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 3h.

Where does the Chester to Nelson bus arrive?

Chester to Nelson bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G station.

Where does the Chester to Nelson train arrive?

Chester to Nelson train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Chester to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Nelson is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Chester to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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Chester to Nelson - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 100 bus, car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Todmordentrain Chester - Leeds
2. Take the bus from Todmorden Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 591
2h 40m
Drive 67.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Nelsoncar 67.1 mi
1h 18m
£17–24
Bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Gbus X30
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N to Shudehill Interchangebus 100
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
5h 45m
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain
3h
£26–48
Train, tram, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Take the tram from Manchester Airport to Shudehilltram
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
5h

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Map of how to get from Chester to Nelson.

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Distance: 73.2 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Beech Tree Close via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand N, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chester to Nelson via Warrington Bank Quay and Preston in around 3h.

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