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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Cardiff is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Beech Tree Close and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Nelson and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Nelson to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Nelson to Cardiff?

The distance between Nelson and Cardiff is 217 miles. The road distance is 204.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Nelson to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Cardiff bus from?

Nelson to Cardiff bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Nelson to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Nelson to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Nelson to Cardiff bus arrive?

Nelson to Cardiff bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Nelson to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Cardiff is 205 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Nelson to Cardiff.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nelson to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 42m
£75–144
Drive 203.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nelson to Cardiffcar 203.7 mi
4h 14m
£50–72
Bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 5m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 24m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
7h 13m

Nelson to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 215.3 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Nelson, Lancashire, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Nelson to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beech Tree Close to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 7h 13m.

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