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Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Nelson (NEL)

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16

train journeys
per day

220

miles (355 kms)

7hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

04:52 / 23:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 7 changes)

12

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Nelson (NEL)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Herne Bay and Nelson , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Herne Bay to Nelson is approximately 220 miles (355 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 40 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, West Midlands Trains, Southeastern, First TransPennine Express, Southern, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, London Overground are the main train operating companies running services between Herne Bay and Nelson.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Herne Bay to Nelson. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 6 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Herne Bay to Nelson

Journeys from Herne Bay to Nelson Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    04:52
    7 hrs 34 mins 5 changes
    12:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:52
    7 hrs 34 mins 5 changes
    13:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:14
    7 hrs 12 mins 5 changes
    14:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:08
    7 hrs 18 mins 5 changes
    15:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:11
    7 hrs 15 mins 7 changes
    16:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:46
    7 hrs 40 mins 5 changes
    17:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:20
    7 hrs 7 mins 5 changes
    18:27
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:20
    7 hrs 6 mins 5 changes
    19:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:20
    7 hrs 6 mins 5 changes
    20:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:20
    7 hrs 6 mins 5 changes
    21:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:20
    7 hrs 6 mins 5 changes
    22:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:46
    7 hrs 16 mins 6 changes
    00:02
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:39
    13 hrs 47 mins 7 changes
    07:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    18:40
    13 hrs 46 mins 6 changes
    08:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:32
    10 hrs 54 mins 6 changes
    09:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:20
    13 hrs 6 mins 7 changes
    12:26
    Herne Bay
    Nelson
    Herne Bay to Nelson

About Herne Bay Station

Station name Herne Bay (HNB)
Address Herne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:10 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
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 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 Herne Bay and Nelson

The travel time between Herne Bay and Nelson by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Herne Bay and Nelson vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:35.

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Amenities on trains between Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay & Nelson. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

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