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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Darwen is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Darwen is to drive which takes 23 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Darwen?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Duckworth Street via Queensgate Depot and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Nelson and Darwen?

No, there is no direct train from Nelson to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Darwen via Blackburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Nelson to Darwen?

The distance between Nelson and Darwen is 19 miles. The road distance is 18.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Darwen without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 1h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Nelson to Darwen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Darwen bus from?

Nelson to Darwen bus services, operated by Moving People, depart from Queensgate Depot station.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Darwen train from?

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

Train or bus from Nelson to Darwen?

The best way to get from Nelson to Darwen is to bus and line 1 bus which takes 1h 55m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £6 - £14 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Nelson to Darwen bus arrive?

Nelson to Darwen bus services, operated by Moving People, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Nelson to Darwen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson to Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Darwen is 19 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Nelson to Darwen.

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

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Where can I stay near Darwen?

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Nelson to Darwen - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Nelson to Blackburntrain Colne - Preston / ...
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Town Centrebus 1
1h 2m
Drive 18.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nelson to Darwencar 18.7 mi
23 min
£5–7
Bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Queensgate Depot to Arrival Standbus Hs1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duckworth Streetbus 1
1h 55m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nelson to Darwentaxi 18.7 mi
23 min
£40–50
Train
1. Take the train from Nelson to Blackburntrain Colne - Preston / ...
1h 9m
£7–13

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Distance: 19 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Interchange to Duckworth Street via Queensgate Depot, Arrival Stand, and Bus Station in around 1h 55m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Nelson to Blackburn hourly. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 38 min.

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