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

The cheapest way to get from Settle to Nelson is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Settle to Nelson is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Settle and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Settle to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Seldon Street via Bus Station Stand 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Settle and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Settle to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Settle and arriving at Nelson via Blackburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Settle to Nelson?

The distance between Settle and Nelson is 31 miles. The road distance is 21 miles.

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

The best way to get from Settle to Nelson without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 5m and costs £7 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Settle to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Settle to Nelson bus from?

Settle to Nelson bus services, operated by Kirkby Lonsdale Coaches, depart from Market Place station.

Where do I catch the Settle to Nelson train from?

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

Train or bus from Settle to Nelson?

The best way to get from Settle to Nelson is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £13 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 580 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Settle to Nelson bus arrive?

Settle to Nelson bus services, operated by Kirkby Lonsdale Coaches, arrive at Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Settle to Nelson train arrive?

Settle to Nelson train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackburn station.

Can I drive from Settle to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Settle to Nelson is 21 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Settle to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

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Settle to Nelson - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 580 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Settle to Skiptontrain Carlisle - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Outside Rail Station to The Zonebus M6
2h 5m
£8–12
Drive 20.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Settle to Nelsoncar 20.9 mi
31 min
£6–8
Train
1. Take the train from Settle to Blackburntrain Ribblehead - Rochdale
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
2h 14m
£14–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Settle to Nelsontaxi 20.9 mi
31 min
£95–120
Line 580 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Station Stand 2bus 580 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 3 to Seldon Streetbus M6
2h 18m

Settle to Nelson by train and bus

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2h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 30.5 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a train from Settle to Nelson via Blackburn in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Seldon Street via Bus Station Stand 3 in around 2h 18m.

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