What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Nelson Station?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Nelson Station is to bus which costs £55 - £75 and takes 9h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Nelson Station?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Nelson Station is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Nelson Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Nelson Station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 5, Charlotte Street, Printworks and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Nelson Station?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Nelson Station. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Nelson via Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Reading to Nelson Station?

The distance between Reading and Nelson Station is 210 miles. The road distance is 210.3 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Nelson Station without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Nelson Station without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 23m and costs £85 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Nelson Station?

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Reading to Nelson Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Nelson Station bus from?

Reading to Nelson Station bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Nelson Station train from?

Reading to Nelson Station train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Nelson Station?

The best way to get from Reading to Nelson Station is to bus via Manchester which takes 7h 50m and costs £60 - £95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £140 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Reading to Nelson Station bus arrive?

Reading to Nelson Station bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Nelson Station train arrive?

Reading to Nelson Station train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Nelson Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Nelson Station is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Reading to Nelson Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Nelson Station?

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Where can I stay near Nelson Station?

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Reading to Nelson Station - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Nelson Station by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
5h 23m
£86–125
Drive 209.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Nelson Stationcar 209.1 mi
3h 59m
£52–75
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 802
3. Take the bus from Printworks to Bus Stationbus X43
7h 50m
£64–93
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain
4. Take the train from Blackburn to Nelsontrain
5h 55m
£81–314
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain
5h 59m
£86–134
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
9h 7m
£56–71

Reading to Nelson Station by train, tram, and bus

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5h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209.3 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Nelson Station, England?

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, Printworks, and Bus Station in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Nelson via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 5h 59m.

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