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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Nelson Station is to bus via Birmingham which costs £24 - £75 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Nelson Station is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Nelson Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Nelson Station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Interchange via Bristol Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Nelson Station?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Nelson Station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Nelson via Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Nelson Station?

The distance between Cardiff and Nelson Station is 200 miles. The road distance is 203.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Nelson Station without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Cardiff to Nelson Station, including transfers.

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

Cardiff to Nelson Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

Cardiff to Nelson Station train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Nelson Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Nelson Station is to bus which takes 7h 56m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Cardiff to Nelson Station bus arrive?

Cardiff to Nelson Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Nelson Station?

Nelson Station is 1h ahead of Cardiff. It is currently 8:13 AM in Cardiff and 9:13 AM in Nelson Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Nelson Station train arrive?

Cardiff to Nelson Station train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Nelson Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Nelson Station is 203 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Cardiff to Nelson Station.

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

Book your Cardiff to Nelson Station train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Nelson Station?

There are 1039+ hotels available in Nelson Station.

Cardiff to Nelson Station - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Nelson Station by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
5h 20m
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X43
8h 20m
£24–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
7h 56m
Drive 202.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Nelson Stationcar 202.2 mi
4h 11m
£49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain
5h 39m
£61–144

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Nelson Station.

Launch map view

Distance: 198.4 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Interchange via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cardiff Central to Nelson via Crewe and Preston in around 5h 39m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.