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

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Nelson is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Salford to Nelson is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Beech Tree Close via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Salford to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Salford Crescent and arriving at Nelson via Rose Grove. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Salford to Nelson?

The distance between Salford and Nelson is 30 miles. The road distance is 32 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford to Nelson without a car is to bus and line 2 bus which takes 1h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Salford to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salford to Nelson bus from?

Salford to Nelson bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Salford to Nelson train from?

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

Train or bus from Salford to Nelson?

The best way to get from Salford to Nelson is to bus and line 2 bus which takes 1h 52m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £26 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Salford to Nelson bus arrive?

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

Where does the Salford to Nelson train arrive?

Salford to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rose Grove station.

Can I drive from Salford to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford to Nelson is 32 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Salford to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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Salford to Nelson - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus, line 2 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beech Tree Closebus 2
1h 52m
Drive 31.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salford to Nelsoncar 31.9 mi
39 min
£8–12
Train
1. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Rose Grovetrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn / ...
1h 54m
£14–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford to Nelsontaxi 31.9 mi
39 min
£70–85
Bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Clough Roadbus 60
3h 1m

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Distance: 29.6 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Beech Tree Close via Bus Station in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Salford Crescent to Rose Grove hourly. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 57 min.

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