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It takes an average of 6h 16m to travel from Bishop Auckland to Nelson by train, over a distance of around 61 miles (98 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Bishop Auckland to Nelson and tickets for this journey start from £32 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:27 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:27 | |
| Departure station | Bishop Auckland | |
| Arrival station | Nelson | |
| Journey time | From 3h 59m | |
| Distance | 61 miles (98 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £32 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Bishop Auckland to Nelson in 3 hours 59 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bishop Auckland to Nelson? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 16 minutes to travel the 61 miles (98 km) from Bishop Auckland to Nelson by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 4 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry to Nelson. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Bishop Auckland to Nelson in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £32.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Nelson by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Bishop Auckland to Nelson?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.