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Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Harpenden (HPD)

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14

train journeys
per day

159

miles (257 kms)

6hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Harpenden (HPD)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Nelson and Harpenden , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nelson to Harpenden is approximately 159 miles (257 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 20 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Harpenden.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nelson to Harpenden. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 3 mins.

Journeys from Nelson to Harpenden Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:58
    6 hrs 19 mins 4 changes
    12:17
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    6 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    13:31
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    6 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    14:17
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    6 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    15:31
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    6 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    16:17
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    6 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    17:31
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    12:58
    6 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    19:01
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    6 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    20:31
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    14:58
    7 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    22:01
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    15:58
    6 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    22:47
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    16:58
    7 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    00:39
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    19:58
    12 hrs 53 mins 4 changes
    08:51
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden
  • Mon 6th May
    22:58
    10 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    09:15
    Nelson
    Harpenden
    Nelson to Harpenden

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

About Harpenden Station

Station name Harpenden (HPD)
Address Harpenden station, Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SP
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:15 - 19:15
Sunday 07:15 - 20:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Nelson and Harpenden

The travel time between Nelson and Harpenden by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nelson and Harpenden vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Nelson & Harpenden. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Harpenden.

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