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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Leigh is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Leigh is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Beech Tree Close and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Bus Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Nelson to Leigh?

The distance between Nelson and Leigh is 41 miles. The road distance is 33.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Leigh without a car is to train and line 582 bus which takes 2h 12m and costs £12 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Nelson to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Leigh bus from?

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

Where does the Nelson to Leigh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Leigh is 33 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Nelson to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3619+ hotels available in Leigh.

Nelson to Leigh - 5 ways to travel via train, line 582 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train, line 582 bus
best
1. Take the train from Nelson to Blackburntrain
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Boltontrain
3. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Leigh Town Hallbus 582 / ...
2h 12m
£13–22
Drive 33.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nelson to Leighcar 33.2 mi
56 min
£9–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1 / ...
2h 54m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nelson to Leightaxi 33.2 mi
56 min
£70–85
Line 60 bus, line 152 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Clough Road to Bus Stationbus 60
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 1
3h 29m

Nelson to Leigh by train and bus

115Weekly Services

2h 12mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 40.3 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Nelson, Lancashire, England and Leigh, Wigan, England?

You can take a bus from Beech Tree Close to Leigh Bus Station via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and St Peter's Square in around 2h 54m.

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