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

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Nelson is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Nelson is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Peterborough and arriving at Nelson via Leeds and Burnley Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Nelson?

The distance between Peterborough and Nelson is 151 miles. The road distance is 146.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peterborough to Nelson without a car is to train and bus via Leeds which takes 3h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Peterborough to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Nelson train from?

Peterborough to Nelson train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.

Where does the Peterborough to Nelson train arrive?

Peterborough to Nelson train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Peterborough to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Nelson is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Peterborough to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 1373+ hotels available in Nelson.

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

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

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Train, bus via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
3. Take the bus from Outside Rail Station to The Zonebus M6
3h 22m
Drive 145.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peterborough to Nelsoncar 145.4 mi
2h 47m
£36–51
Train, line 60 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain
2. Take the bus from City Square F to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Seldon Streetbus M4
4h 6m
Train
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
4h 13m
£54–82
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X43
5h 56m
£75–113

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Distance: 150.3 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Peterborough to Nelson via Leeds, Burnley Manchester Road, and Burnley Central in around 4h 13m.

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