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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Nelson is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Nelson is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Interchange via Charlotte Street, Printworks and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Nelson via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Nelson?

The distance between Liverpool and Nelson is 62 miles. The road distance is 56.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Liverpool to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Nelson bus from?

Liverpool to Nelson bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Nelson train from?

Liverpool to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Nelson?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Nelson is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £21 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Liverpool to Nelson bus arrive?

Liverpool to Nelson bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Liverpool to Nelson train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Liverpool to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Nelson is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Liverpool to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 1337+ hotels available in Nelson.

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There are 3 ways to get from Liverpool to Nelson by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
2h 41m
£18–37
Drive 55.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Liverpool to Nelsoncar 55.9 mi
1h 3m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Printworks to Bus Stationbus X43
3h 58m
£17–21

Liverpool to Nelson by train

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Distance: 61.5 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

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

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Nelson via Preston in around 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, Printworks, and Bus Station in around 3h 58m.

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