Rail strikes may impact travel between Tuesday 7th May and Thursday 9th May. See here for details.

  • Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

  • Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

  • Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

TrainlineTrainline is Europe’s leading platform for train and bus tickets

Clitheroe to Nelson by train

First train

05:20

Last train

21:39

Departure station

Clitheroe

Arrival station

Nelson

Journey time

From 1h 5m

Distance

8 miles (13 km)

Frequency

17 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Clitheroe to Nelson train times

Check out the next trains departing from Clitheroe to Nelson for Friday 10th May 2024 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesTrainDuration
06:20 clitheroe07:26 nelsonPlat. 1 estimatednorthern PeakGet tickets1h 6m, 1 change
06:52 clitheroe08:26 nelsonPlat. 1 estimatednorthern PeakGet tickets1h 34m, 1 change
07:22 clitheroe09:26 nelsonPlat. 1 estimatednorthern PeakGet tickets2h 4m, 1 change
08:23 clitheroe10:26 nelsonPlat. 1 estimatednorthern PeakGet tickets2h 3m, 1 change
10:22 clitheroe11:27 nelsonPlat. 1 estimatednorthern Off PeakGet tickets1h 5m, 1 change

Taking the train from Clitheroe to Nelson in 1 hour 5 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Clitheroe to Nelson? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 42 minutes to travel the 8 miles (13 km) from Clitheroe to Nelson by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 5 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 17 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Book train tickets from Clitheroe to Nelson in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Clitheroe to Nelson? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Clitheroe to Nelson take?

The average journey time by train between Clitheroe and Nelson is 1 hour and 42 minutes, with around 17 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Clitheroe and Nelson by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Clitheroe to Nelson is 1 hour and 5 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Clitheroe to Nelson?

No, there are no direct train services from Clitheroe to Nelson. Travelling from Clitheroe to Nelson by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Clitheroe to Nelson leave?

The first train from Clitheroe to Nelson leaves at 05:20. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Clitheroe to Nelson leave?

The last train from Clitheroe to Nelson leaves at 21:39. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Clitheroe and Nelson by train?

Trains travelling from Clitheroe to Nelson cover a distance of around 8 miles (13 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Nelson to Clitheroe.

Cheap train tickets from Clitheroe to Nelson

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Clitheroe to Nelson is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.