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Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Nelson (NEL)

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18

train journeys
per day

30

miles (49 kms)

1hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Nelson (NEL)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Carnforth and Nelson , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carnforth to Nelson is approximately 30 miles (49 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 36 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carnforth and Nelson.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carnforth to Nelson. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Carnforth to Nelson Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:43
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    07:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    08:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    07:43
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    09:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    08:39
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    10:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    09:40
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    11:27
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    09:57
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    11:40
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    13:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    12:43
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    14:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    14:43
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    16:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    15:39
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    17:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    16:05
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    18:27
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    17:43
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    19:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    18:10
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    20:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    19:15
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    21:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    20:43
    1 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    22:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    21:06
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    23:59
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    22:38
    7 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    06:25
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson
  • Mon 6th May
    23:41
    7 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    07:26
    Carnforth
    Nelson
    Carnforth to Nelson

About Carnforth Station

Station name Carnforth (CNF)
Address Carnforth station, Market Street, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Carnforth and Nelson

The travel time between Carnforth and Nelson by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carnforth and Nelson vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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Amenities on trains between Carnforth and Nelson can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Carnforth & Nelson. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Carnforth and Nelson.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Carnforth and Nelson, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.