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Compare train and coach for Darlington to Burscough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Burscough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 134 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£84 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration 9h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Darlington to Burscough train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Burscough trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 07:10
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 07:33 Darlington | 3h37 | 11:10 Burscough Bridge | 1 change | |
| 08:36 Darlington | 3h35 | 12:11 Burscough Bridge | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Burscough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Darlington to Burscough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 11:41. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 4h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 06:18 |
Last train 11:41 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28
Train companies: TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Darlington to Burscough trainsTransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Darlington and Burscough from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£84
TransPennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 38m
Cheapest Price
£112
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Darlington to Burscough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Burscough by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Burscough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A visit to Burscough can be comfortably enjoyed in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore local attractions such as the Burscough Wharf and the surrounding countryside.
The train journey from Darlington to Burscough offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through picturesque countryside and small towns, providing a generally scenic experience.
The train distance from Darlington to Burscough is 134 km.
A day trip from Darlington to Burscough is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 0m. However, there are 8 trains per day available for this route.
The train journey from Darlington to Burscough covers a distance of 134 km and takes approximately 4h 0m. Trains run 8 per day.
To get from Darlington to Burscough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Darlington to Burscough leaves at 6:18.
The last train from Darlington to Burscough departs at 11:41.
Trains from Darlington to Burscough run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Darlington to Burscough.
There is no night train service from Darlington to Burscough.
Booking trains from Darlington to Burscough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Darlington to Burscough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £84, while the average price tends to be around £84.
The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Burscough is by coach, costing approximately £28.
The train station in Darlington that goes to Burscough is Darlington station (DAR), and it arrives at Burscough Bridge (BCB).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Darlington to Burscough.
Yes, you can take the train from Darlington to Burscough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Darlington and Burscough
Darlington
Burscough
The major train station for departures in Darlington is Darlington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Darlington for your trip from Darlington to Burscough.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones
- Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets can be accessed from all platforms. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Reception on Platform 1 upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Darlington
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Burscough is Burscough Bridge. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Burscough Bridge for your journey to Burscough from Darlington.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Wigan/Manchester platform: step free access down 40 metre slope from Station Approach or down 26 steps with rest platform and handrail from Liverpool Road North. Southport platform: step free access from side road or down 26 steps with rest platform and handrail from Liverpool Road North. This station is not recommended for the severely mobility impaired due to the low height of the platform causing a high step onto the train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Burscough Bridge
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop on Bobby Langton Way, outside Grove Youth & Community Center
New Lane
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Acess to Southport platform : from New Lane level access up a 5 metre ramp. Wigan platform : from New Lane up a 5 metre ramp.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for New Lane
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on New Lane near to the station level crossing. (Station Side for Southport, opposite side for Wigan)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Level Access from Junction Lane.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Burscough Junction
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Junction Lane, near Munchkins Village Nursery
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