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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Darwen
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Darwen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Darwen will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester for Darwen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 28 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Darwen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Darwen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 28 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price |
1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Darwen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Darwen coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:10 Manchester | 0h50 | 22:00 Darwen | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Darwen
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Buses from Manchester to Darwen run on average 2 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:24, the last at 23:42. The fastest coach covers the 28 km distance in 50m.
Distance 28 km |
Average bus duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:24 |
Last bus 23:42 |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to DarwenYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Darwen with National Express for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Darwen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Darwen by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Darwen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Darwen
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
Most popular bus connections from Manchester
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