The cheapest and fastest trains from Darwen to London
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£109
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darwen to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darwen to London will cost around £109 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Of the 5 trains that leave Darwen for London every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 290 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 41 m 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, coach and flight for Darwen to London
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Darwen to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 290 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£88 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £162 Average Price |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Darwen to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Darwen to London trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:26 Darwen | 3h37 | 09:03 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:55 Darwen | 3h17 | 09:12 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:55 Darwen | 3h17 | 10:12 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:28 Darwen | 3h13 | 10:41 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:28 Darwen | 3h41 | 12:09 London | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darwen to London
Trains from Darwen to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 290 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 290 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 20:33 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3) from Darwen to London trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Darwen and London from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
Flights from London to Budapest
Flights depart from London to Budapest every day, and with morning and evening departure times there should be a convenient option for every traveller. And with a choice of airlines like easyJet, Ryanair and British Airways, there's plenty of choice when it comes to tickets as well.
Which airlines fly from London to Budapest?
Airlines operating direct services on the London to Budapest route include British Airways, Ryanair, Flybe, and Wizz Air, while indirect flights can be booked with companies like Vueling or Brussels Air. EasyJet is a major operator as well, offering departures all year round.
How long is the flight from London to Budapest?
Flight times will vary slightly, but should be no longer than two hours and 35 minutes, and can be as short as two hours and 25 minutes. For example, easyJet flights from Gatwick tend to take two hours and 30 minutes.
How many flights are there from London to Budapest?
There are flights to Budapest from London every day of the year, although frequencies vary. Generally, you can expect a choice of 9-14 flights whenever you fly. EasyJet provide one to three flights from London Gatwick, generally leaving in the morning.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from London to Budapest?
Departure airports: Flights from London to Budapest depart from Gatwick (LGA), Southend-on-Sea (SEN), Heathrow (LHR) and Stansted (SEN). Travellers can easily reach all 4 airports via high-speed train connections. Southend is furthest away, but it's still less than an hour from central London. Buses to Gatwick, Heathrow and Stanstead are available from National Express. and leave from London Victoria Station. All of the departure airports offer shopping arcades inside the terminal, along with bars, cafes and restaurants, facilities for parents, and money exchange. They also provide free WiFi, between 1 and 4 hours, depending on the airport.
Arrival airport: All flights arrive at Budapest's Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). The airport is around 15 miles outside the centre of town, but getting into Budapest is fairly simple. Just take the 200E bus from outside the terminal to Kőbánya-Kispest station and take the M3 line. Taxis can be hailed outside the terminal, while car rental outlets are another option. If you need to arrange anything, free WiFi is available for up to two hours for all visitors.
FAQs: Darwen to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darwen to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Darwen and London
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available with limited spaces, open 24/7.
- Bryan St Chippy
- The Old Chapel Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Astley Bank Hotel
- Whitehall Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line
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