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Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Portlethen (PLN)

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10

train journeys
per day

223

miles (359 kms)

7hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Portlethen (PLN)

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On a typical weekday there are 10 scheduled rail journeys between Nelson and Portlethen , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 10 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nelson to Portlethen is approximately 223 miles (359 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 48 mins.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Portlethen.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nelson to Portlethen. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Nelson to Portlethen Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:58
    7 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    13:14
    Nelson
    Portlethen
    Nelson to Portlethen
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    7 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    16:14
    Nelson
    Portlethen
    Nelson to Portlethen
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    7 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    17:38
    Nelson
    Portlethen
    Nelson to Portlethen
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    8 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    20:15
    Nelson
    Portlethen
    Nelson to Portlethen
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    7 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    21:20
    Nelson
    Portlethen
    Nelson to Portlethen
  • Mon 6th May
    16:58
    7 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    00:20
    Nelson
    Portlethen
    Nelson to Portlethen
  • Mon 6th May
    17:58
    13 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    06:59
    Nelson
    Portlethen
    Nelson to Portlethen
  • Mon 6th May
    18:58
    13 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Nelson
    Portlethen
    Nelson to Portlethen
  • Mon 6th May
    19:58
    12 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    08:29
    Nelson
    Portlethen
    Nelson to Portlethen
  • Mon 6th May
    22:58
    14 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    13:14
    Nelson
    Portlethen
    Nelson to Portlethen

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 Portlethen Station

Station name Portlethen (PLN)
Address Portlethen station, Bruntland Road, Portlethen, Aberdeenshire, AB12 4JS
Managed by SR

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 Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Nelson and Portlethen

The travel time between Nelson and Portlethen by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nelson and Portlethen vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 10 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 Portlethen 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 & Portlethen. owever, there are 10 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Portlethen.

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