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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Blackburn is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Blackburn is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Mincing Lane via Queensgate Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Nelson and Blackburn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nelson and arriving at Blackburn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Nelson to Blackburn?

The distance between Nelson and Blackburn is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £11.

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

The train from Nelson to Blackburn takes 38 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Blackburn bus from?

Nelson to Blackburn bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Blackburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Nelson to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Nelson to Blackburn is to train which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Nelson to Blackburn bus arrive?

Nelson to Blackburn bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Queensgate Depot station.

Where does the Nelson to Blackburn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Blackburn is 15 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Nelson to Blackburn.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nelson to Blackburntrain Colne - Preston / ...
38 min
£5–11
Drive 15.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nelson to Blackburncar 15.2 mi
19 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Queensgate Depotbus M5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensgate Depot to Mincing Lanebus Hs1
1h 29m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nelson to Blackburntaxi 15.2 mi
19 min
£30–45
Line 2 bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Selby Street to Bus Stationbus 2
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Town Hallbus 152
1h 29m

Nelson to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 14.7 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Nelson to Blackburn hourly. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Mincing Lane via Queensgate Depot in around 1h 29m.

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