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

The cheapest way to get from Darwen to Nelson is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwen to Nelson is to drive which takes 23 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Darwen and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwen to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Hacking Street and arriving at Beech Tree Close via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Darwen and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Darwen to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Darwen and arriving at Nelson via Blackburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Darwen to Nelson?

The distance between Darwen and Nelson is 19 miles. The road distance is 19 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darwen to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £6 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Darwen to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwen to Nelson bus from?

Darwen to Nelson bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Hacking Street station.

Where do I catch the Darwen to Nelson train from?

Darwen to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.

Train or bus from Darwen to Nelson?

The best way to get from Darwen to Nelson is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £6 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus and line 2 bus, which costs and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Darwen to Nelson bus arrive?

Darwen to Nelson bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Darwen to Nelson train arrive?

Darwen to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Nelson station.

Can I drive from Darwen to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwen to Nelson is 19 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Darwen to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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Darwen to Nelson - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and line 2 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Darwen to Nelson by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
1h 27m
£7–14
Drive 18.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Darwen to Nelsoncar 18.9 mi
23 min
£5–7
Line 1 bus, bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Hacking Street to Arrival Standbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Red Lion Street School Stopbus Hs1
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beech Tree Closebus 2
2h 2m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Darwen to Nelsontaxi 18.9 mi
23 min
£40–50

Darwen to Nelson by train

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Distance: 18.7 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, England and Nelson, Lancashire, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackburn to Nelson hourly. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hacking Street to Beech Tree Close via Arrival Stand, Bus Station, Red Lion Street School Stop, and Bus Station in around 2h 2m.

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