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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Nelson is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Nelson is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Printworks and arriving at Beech Tree Close via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Nelson via Rose Grove. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Manchester to Nelson?

The distance between Manchester and Nelson is 34 miles. The road distance is 31.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £13 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Manchester to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Nelson bus from?

Manchester to Nelson bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Printworks station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Nelson train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Nelson?

The best way to get from Manchester to Nelson is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £13 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Manchester to Nelson bus arrive?

Manchester to Nelson bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Nelson train arrive?

Manchester to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rose Grove station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Nelson is 32 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Manchester to Nelson.

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

Book your Manchester to Nelson train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Nelson?

Book your Manchester to Nelson bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 1374+ hotels available in Nelson.

Manchester to Nelson - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, and car

How to get fromManchester to Nelson

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Rose Grovetrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn / ...
2. Take the train from Rose Grove to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
1h 46m
£14–25
Drive 31.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Nelsoncar 31.7 mi
40 min
£8–12
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Printworks to Bus Stationbus X43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beech Tree Closebus 2
1h 50m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Nelsontaxi 31.7 mi
40 min
£70–85
Bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Clough Roadbus 60
2h 34m

Manchester to Nelson by train

116Weekly Trains

1h 46mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Nelson.

Launch map view

Distance: 33.9 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Nelson via Rose Grove in around 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Printworks to Beech Tree Close via Bus Station in around 1h 50m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.