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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Nelson is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Nelson is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Seldon Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Keighley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Nelson via Leeds and Burnley Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Darlington to Nelson?

The distance between Darlington and Nelson is 111 miles. The road distance is 69.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Nelson without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Darlington to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Nelson bus from?

Darlington to Nelson bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Nelson train from?

Darlington to Nelson train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Nelson?

The best way to get from Darlington to Nelson is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 60 bus, which costs and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Darlington to Nelson bus arrive?

Darlington to Nelson bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Darlington to Nelson train arrive?

Darlington to Nelson train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Nelson is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Darlington to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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Darlington to Nelson - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 60 bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
3. Take the bus from Outside Rail Station to The Zonebus M6
2h 51m
Drive 68.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Darlington to Nelsoncar 68.9 mi
1h 34m
£17–25
Train, line 60 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain
2. Take the bus from City Square F to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Seldon Streetbus M4
3h 35m
Train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
3h 42m
£41–83
Bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Seldon Streetbus M4
4h 29m

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Distance: 110.5 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Nelson via Leeds, Burnley Manchester Road, and Burnley Central in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Seldon Street via Leeds City Bus Station, Keighley Bus Station Entrance, and Keighley Bus Station in around 4h 29m.

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