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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Preston is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Preston is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Preston. However, there are services departing from Beech Tree Close and arriving at Arrival Stand via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Nelson and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nelson and arriving at Preston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Nelson to Preston?

The distance between Nelson and Preston is 27 miles. The road distance is 25.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £10 - £19.

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

The train from Nelson to Preston takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Preston bus from?

Nelson to Preston bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Beech Tree Close station.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Nelson to Preston?

The best way to get from Nelson to Preston is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £10 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 2 bus and line 152 bus, which costs and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Nelson to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nelson to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Preston is 25 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Nelson to Preston.

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

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Nelson to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, and line 152 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Nelson to Preston by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nelson to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
1h 7m
£10–19
Drive 25.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nelson to Prestoncar 25.3 mi
34 min
£7–9
Line 2 bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Beech Tree Close to Bus Stationbus 2
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Standbus 152
2h 4m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nelson to Prestontaxi 25.3 mi
34 min
£60–75

Nelson to Preston by train

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Distance: 26.5 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Nelson to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beech Tree Close to Arrival Stand via Bus Station in around 2h 4m.

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