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

The cheapest way to get from Halifax to Nelson is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Halifax to Nelson is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Halifax and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Halifax to Nelson. However, there are services departing from George Street 23 and arriving at Beech Tree Close via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Halifax and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Halifax to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Halifax and arriving at Nelson via Burnley Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Halifax to Nelson?

The distance between Halifax and Nelson is 25 miles. The road distance is 20.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Halifax to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £9 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Halifax to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Nelson bus from?

Halifax to Nelson bus services, operated by First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, depart from George Street 23 station.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Nelson train from?

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

Train or bus from Halifax to Nelson?

The best way to get from Halifax to Nelson is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £9 - £18. Alternatively, you can line 591 bus, which costs and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Halifax to Nelson bus arrive?

Halifax to Nelson bus services, operated by First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Halifax to Nelson train arrive?

Halifax to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Burnley Manchester Road station.

Can I drive from Halifax to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Halifax to Nelson is 21 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Halifax to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Halifax to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Burnley Central to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
1h 39m
£9–18
Drive 20.7 mi
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1. Drive from Halifax to Nelsoncar 20.7 mi
43 min
£5–8
Line 591 bus
1. Take the bus from George Street 23 to Bus Stationbus 591
2h 2m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Halifax to Nelsontaxi 20.7 mi
43 min
£50–65
Line 502 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Keighley Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Seldon Streetbus M4
2h 6m

Halifax to Nelson by train and foot

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Distance: 25.1 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a train from Halifax to Nelson via Burnley Manchester Road and Burnley Central in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield operates a bus from George Street 23 to Bus Station every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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