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How to get from Garstang to Nelson by bus and train?

From Garstang to Nelson by bus and train

To get from Garstang to Nelson in North West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 40 bus from Bridge Street station to Preston station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 3 bus and finally take the NORTHERN train from Preston station to Nelson station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 12 min.

132min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4040
Bus - 33
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Nelson
Leaves from Bridge Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bridge Street
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Preston City Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Preston
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Preston
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Kingsfold
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railway Station (Stand A)
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Colne
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nelson
    63 min
  • 10
    Walk to Nelson
    Walk to
    Nelson
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Garstang to Nelson by bus and train via 41, 45 and NORTHERN

To get from Garstang to Nelson in North West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 41 bus from Bridge Street station to Village Centre station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 45 bus and finally take the NORTHERN train from Blackburn station to Nelson station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min.

171min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4141
Bus - 4545
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Nelson
Leaves from Bridge Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bridge Street
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4141
    Wait for bus
    41
    Preston City Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Village Centre
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Village Centre
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4545
    Wait for bus
    45
    Blackburn Town Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Blackburn
    58 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blackburn
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Colne
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nelson
    36 min
  • 10
    Walk to Nelson
    Walk to
    Nelson
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Garstang to Nelson

The distance between Garstang, North West and Nelson, North West is approximately 39.24 mi, which can typically be travelled in 132 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Garstang to Nelson by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Garstang

Garstang is located at Garstang, North West and the nearest public transport station is Aldi.

Bus stations close to Garstang:

  • Aldi
  • Sainsbury's
  • Park Hill Road

Public transport stations close to Nelson, North West

Nelson is located at Nelson, North West and the nearest public transport station is Cross Street.

Bus stations close to Nelson:

  • Cross Street
  • Pendle Street
  • Library

Alternative route from Garstang to Nelson by bus and train via 41, 45 and NORTHERN

To get from Garstang to Nelson in North West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 41 bus from Bridge Street station to Village Centre station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 45 bus and finally take the NORTHERN train from Blackburn station to Nelson station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min.

171min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4141
Bus - 4545
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Nelson
Leaves from Bridge Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bridge Street
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4141
    Wait for bus
    41
    Preston City Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Village Centre
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Village Centre
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4545
    Wait for bus
    45
    Blackburn Town Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Blackburn
    58 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blackburn
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Colne
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nelson
    36 min
  • 10
    Walk to Nelson
    Walk to
    Nelson
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Garstang to Nelson?

    The fastest way takes 132 minutes, using Bus line 40, Bus line 3, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Garstang to Nelson?

    The alternative route takes 171 minutes, using Bus line 41, Bus line 45, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Garstang and Nelson in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 12 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Garstang to Nelson in North West?

    The 40 bus line goes from Bridge Street station near Garstang to Preston City Centre station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Preston City Centre station near Nelson in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Garstang to Nelson in North West by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Garstang and Nelson in North West by bus and train is about 2 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Garstang to get to Nelson in North West?

    Get on the 40 bus from the Bridge Street stop near Garstang in North West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Garstang and Nelson in North West?

    Get off the bus at the Preston City Centre station, which is closest to Nelson in North West.

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