How to travel from London to Nelson

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Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Nelson

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Nelson among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a flight costs an average of $134.

Distance: 182 miles (294 km)

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Flight

$107

Average price

$23

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Cheapest

$134

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4h 29m

Average total duration

3h 59m

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30m

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7h 19m

Average total duration

6h 49m

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3h 0m

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1h 0m

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2h 0m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 1.8kg

CO2 emissions

Avanti West Coast

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National Express

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British Airways

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from London to Nelson

How to get from London to Nelson by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from London to Nelson is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    4:20 PM5h10
    London
    9:30 PMNelson
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    4:20 PM5h10
    London
    9:30 PMNelson
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    4:20 PM5h10
    London
    9:30 PMNelson
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Nelson

Travel to Nelson easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Nelson.

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There are 3 options to travel between London and Nelson including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Nelson is a bus with an average price of $23 (€19).

This is compared to other travel options from London to Nelson:

A bus is $84 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Nelson costing on average $107 (€86).

A bus is $111 (€90) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Nelson costing on average $134 (€108).

The fastest way to travel from London to Nelson is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Nelson take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 29m.

Bus takes on average 7h 19m.

The distance from London to Nelson is approximately 182 miles (294 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Nelson is:
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Nelson as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Nelson:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London Euston (EUS) and arrive in Nelson station (NEL).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Bradford, Interchange Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Nelson, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Lumo to go to Nelson by train.
  • Travel with British Airways to go to Nelson by flight.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Nelson by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Nelson with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct flights per day with British Airways.
  • 7 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from London to Nelson often also extend their vacation to go to Blackburn, Manchester, Blackpool, Bolton, Burnley. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Nelson and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Nelson to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Three to four days in Nelson is ideal for exploring the city's vibrant arts scene, local markets, and nearby natural attractions like Abel Tasman National Park and the Nelson Lakes.

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