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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Accrington to Nelson. Traveling by bus from Accrington to Nelson usually takes around 22 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 20 minutes.
| Distance | 8 mi (14 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $6.09 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Accrington to Nelson?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Accrington to Nelson. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 0h 23m | $6.09 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 22 minutes to cover the 8 miles from Accrington to Nelson. However, the fastest bus only takes 20 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 7:00pm and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Accrington to Nelson, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Accrington to Nelson. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Accrington to Nelson; ticket prices start at $7.11.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Accrington?
Main departure station: George Slynn Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Accrington.
All bus stations in Accrington:
George Slynn Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Nelson?
Main arrival station: 2 Broadway
All buses from Accrington arrive at one main station in Nelson.
All bus stations in Nelson:
2 Broadway
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