How to get to Birmingham from Nelson

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Compare for Nelson to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nelson to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £756.

Distance: 152 km

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Compare ways to travel from Nelson to Birmingham

Compare the available ways to get from Nelson to Birmingham, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Nelson to Birmingham is a coach with an average price of £23.

This is compared to other travel options from Nelson to Birmingham:

A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nelson to Birmingham costing on average £38.

A coach is £733 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nelson to Birmingham costing on average £756.

The fastest way to travel from Nelson to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 15m.

Flight takes on average 5h 27m.

Yes, you can take a between Nelson and Birmingham.

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from Nelson to Birmingham

How to get to Birmingham from Nelson by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Nelson to Birmingham is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Why visit Liverpool for the day?

Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.

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Why visit Bristol for the day?

Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.

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Why visit Oxford for the day?

Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.

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FAQs: Nelson to Birmingham

Travel to Birmingham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Nelson to Birmingham.

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You can travel between Nelson and Birmingham by .
The cheapest way to travel from Nelson to Birmingham is a coach with an average price of £23.

This is compared to other travel options from Nelson to Birmingham:

A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nelson to Birmingham costing on average £38.

A coach is £733 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nelson to Birmingham costing on average £756.

The fastest way to travel from Nelson to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 15m.

Flight takes on average 5h 27m.

The Nelson to Birmingham distance is approximately 152 km.
The average frequency per day from Nelson to Birmingham is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 6 coaches per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nelson and Birmingham as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nelson to Birmingham:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nelson station (NEL) and arrive in Birmingham New Street (BHM).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bradford, Interchange Station and arrive in Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
  • Flights mostly depart from Leeds Bradford International Airport and arrive in Birmingham International Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nelson to Birmingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Loganair to go to Birmingham by flight.
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry to go to Birmingham by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to Birmingham by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nelson to Birmingham:
  • 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Nelson to Birmingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Birmingham and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Nelson to Birmingham, you can take a .
In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, visit the National SEA LIFE Centre, and enjoy a performance at the Birmingham Hippodrome. Discover the city's history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Don't miss the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring for shopping and dining.
To explore Birmingham's key attractions like the Bullring, Cadbury World, and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, 2-3 days is typically sufficient.

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