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Trains from Rainford (RNF) to Nelson (NEL)

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14

train journeys
per day

32

miles (51 kms)

2hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

07:00 / 21:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 1 changes)

1

operators run

1

route

Trains from Rainford (RNF) to Nelson (NEL)

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

The distance by rail from Rainford to Nelson is approximately 32 miles (51 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 29 mins.

Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Rainford and Nelson.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rainford to Nelson. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Rainford to Nelson Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:00
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    09:26
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:00
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    10:26
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:00
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    11:27
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:00
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    12:26
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:53
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    13:26
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:00
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    14:26
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:00
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    15:26
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:00
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    16:26
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:46
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    17:26
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:00
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    18:27
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:57
    2 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    19:26
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:00
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    20:26
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:52
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    21:26
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:52
    2 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    22:26
    Rainford
    Nelson
    Rainford to Nelson

About Rainford Station

Station name Rainford (RNF)
Address Rainford station, Junction Road, Rainford, Merseyside, WA11 8SJ
Managed by NT

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 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 Rainford and Nelson

The travel time between Rainford and Nelson by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rainford and Nelson 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 07:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:52.

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Amenities on trains between Rainford 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 Rainford & Nelson. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Rainford and Nelson.

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