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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Skegness is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Nelson and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Nelson to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Nelson and arriving at Skegness via Burnley Manchester Road, Leeds and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Nelson to Skegness?

The distance between Nelson and Skegness is 172 miles. The road distance is 137 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Skegness without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Nelson to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Skegness train from?

Nelson to Skegness train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Where does the Nelson to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelson to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Skegness is 137 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Nelson to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1870+ hotels available in Skegness.

Nelson to Skegness - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 60 bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Seldon Street to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus M4
2. Take the train from Leeds to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
6h 3m
Drive 136.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nelson to Skegnesscar 136.2 mi
3h
£34–48
Line 60 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Civic Lbus 60 / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Bostontrain
7h 19m
£50–75
Train
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
6h 21m
£73–114
Line 60 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 60 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
8h 22m
£51–84

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Distance: 170.9 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Nelson to Skegness via Burnley Central, Burnley Manchester Road, Leeds, and Grantham in around 6h 21m.

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