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Five ways to Travel from Bristol to Nelson

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$41.77–$151.89

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Bristol Airport to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.28–$1,392.36

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$303.79

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$240.50–$632.89

Jet2.com

Website:
jet2.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Leeds
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$63.29–$265.81

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Cabot Circus to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

The Burnley Bus Company

Phone:
0345 60 40 110
Website:
transdevbus.co.uk/the-burnley-bus-company/
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Bus from Bus Station stand H to The
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.43–$164.55

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$164.55
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$107.59–$316.44

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Nelson
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.86–$11.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Nelson is to drive which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Nelson is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Nelson via Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Bristol to Nelson?

The distance between Bristol and Nelson is 352 km. The road distance is 327.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs $108.70 - $293.48 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Bristol to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Nelson bus from?

Bristol to Nelson bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Nelson train from?

Bristol to Nelson train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Nelson?

The best way to get from Bristol to Nelson is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs $108.70 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Bristol to Nelson bus arrive?

Bristol to Nelson bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Bristol to Nelson train arrive?

Bristol to Nelson train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Nelson is 328 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Bristol to Nelson.

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

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Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 1173+ hotels available in Nelson. Prices start at $61.32 per night.
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