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Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Nelson (NEL)

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16

train journeys
per day

169

miles (273 kms)

5hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

00:30 / 00:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Nelson (NEL)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport to Nelson is approximately 169 miles (273 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 35 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Stansted Airport and Nelson.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stansted Airport to Nelson. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Stansted Airport to Nelson Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    00:30
    8 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    09:26
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:00
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    11:27
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:58
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    12:26
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:58
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:26
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:00
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    14:26
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:00
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    15:26
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:00
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    16:26
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:00
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    17:26
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:00
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    18:27
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:00
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    19:26
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:00
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    20:26
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:00
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    21:26
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:00
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    22:26
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:45
    10 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    06:25
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    20:27
    10 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    07:26
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:59
    9 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    09:26
    Stansted Airport
    Nelson
    Stansted Airport to Nelson

About Stansted Airport Station

Station name Stansted Airport (SSD)
Address Stansted Airport station, Under the Airport Terminal, Bassingbourn Road, Stansted, Essex, CM24 1QW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 00:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Stansted Airport and Nelson

The travel time between Stansted Airport and Nelson by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stansted Airport 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 00:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:52.

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

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Stansted Airport and Nelson.

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