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Cardiff to Nelson Station trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Nelson Station takes 6h 14m and the fastest train takes 5h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Nelson Station. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 14m
Duration
215 mi
Distance
£94
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain train
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain train
  3. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain train
5h 38m
£74–138

Cardiff to Nelson Station train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Nelson Station. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:21 PM which arrives into Nelson Station at 8:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 6h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 215.3 mi
  • Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Nelson Station, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Nelson via Crewe and Preston in around 5h 38m.

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