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

The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Nelson is to bus and line 60 bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scarborough to Nelson is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Scarborough and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Scarborough station to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Seldon Street via Leeds City Bus Station and Keighley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Scarborough and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Scarborough to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Scarborough and arriving at Nelson via Leeds and Burnley Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Scarborough to Nelson?

The distance between Scarborough and Nelson is 109 miles. The road distance is 96.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scarborough to Nelson without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Scarborough to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Nelson bus from?

Scarborough to Nelson bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Nelson train from?

Scarborough to Nelson train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.

Train or bus from Scarborough to Nelson?

The best way to get from Scarborough to Nelson is to bus and line 60 bus which takes 5h 57m and costs £5 - £7. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Scarborough to Nelson bus arrive?

Scarborough to Nelson bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Leeds Bus Station Entrance.

Where does the Scarborough to Nelson train arrive?

Scarborough to Nelson train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Scarborough to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Scarborough to Nelson is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Scarborough to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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Scarborough 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 Scarborough to Nelson by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
3. Take the bus from Outside Rail Station to The Zonebus M6
3h 18m
Bus, line 60 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 843
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus 60 / ...
5h 57m
£5–7
Drive 95.6 mi
1. Drive from Scarborough to Nelsoncar 95.6 mi
2h 6m
£24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Leedstrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
4h 9m
£40–71
Steam train
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Skiptontrain The Scarborough Spa Express
4h 54m

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Distance: 108.2 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Rail Station to Seldon Street via Leeds Bus Station Entrance, Leeds City Bus Station, Keighley Bus Station Entrance, and Keighley Bus Station in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Scarborough to Nelson via Leeds, Burnley Manchester Road, and Burnley Central in around 4h 9m.

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