Darwen to London train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Darwen to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept

Cheapest price on 23 Sept

£89

Average ticket price on 23 Sept

£193

Fastest journey on 23 Sept

3 h 13 m

Average journey duration on 23 Sept

3 h 20 m

Trains on 23 Sept

5

Distance

290 km

Cheap tickets

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 £193 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.

Fast trains

To travel from Darwen to London you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Northern RailL89343 · G89828+Avanti West CoastW33893
    8:283h13
    Darwen station (DWN)
    11:41London Euston (EUS)
    £891One-way
    2 changes
  • Northern RailL89314 · G89820+Avanti West CoastW34111
    6:263h18
    Darwen station (DWN)
    9:44London Euston (EUS)
    £2101One-way
    2 changes
  • Northern RailC32602 · G89822+Avanti West CoastW33952
    6:553h32
    Darwen station (DWN)
    10:27London Euston (EUS)
    £2211One-way
    2 changes
  • Northern RailG85326 · G88951+Avanti West CoastW34029
    6:553h19
    Darwen station (DWN)
    10:14London Euston (EUS)
    £2221One-way
    2 changes
  • Northern RailG90362 · G88955+Avanti West CoastW34181
    7:563h16
    Darwen station (DWN)
    11:12London Euston (EUS)
    £2221One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Darwen to London

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Darwen to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £353.

Distance: 290 km

Compare train with

Train
Most popular
Flight
Coach
Driving

£84

Average Price

£353

Average Price

£37

Average Price

Cheapest

£83

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 52m

Average total duration

1h 52m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

7h 24m

Average total duration

6h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 26m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

British Airways

Most popular airline

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Darwen to London is a coach with an average price of £37.

This is compared to other travel options from Darwen to London:

A coach is £47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darwen to London costing on average £84.

A coach is £316 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Darwen to London costing on average £353.

The fastest way to travel from Darwen to London is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 52m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 46m.

Coach takes on average 6h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Darwen and London including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 40m sooner (2h 46m by train vs 4h 26m by car). Tickets start at around £84 compared to roughly £83 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Darwen to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Darwen to London trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Avanti West CoastW33893+Northern RailL89343 · G89828
Delayed
8:34 8:28Darwen station (DWN)
3h13
11:41 London Euston (EUS)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33896+Northern RailG89882 · C32636
Delayed
9:14 8:56Darwen station (DWN)
3h31
12:27 London Euston (EUS)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33902+Northern RailL89354 · G89833
Delayed
9:33 9:28Darwen station (DWN)
3h13
12:41 London Euston (EUS)
2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34097+Northern RailL89368 · G89839
Delayed
10:33 10:28Darwen station (DWN)
3h13
13:41 London Euston (EUS)
2 changes
Wednesday 23 September
Avanti West CoastW34111+Northern RailL89314 · G898206:26 Darwen station (DWN)
3h18
9:44 London Euston (EUS)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33952+Northern RailC32602 · G898226:55 Darwen station (DWN)
3h32
10:27 London Euston (EUS)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34029+Northern RailG85326 · G889516:55 Darwen station (DWN)
3h19
10:14 London Euston (EUS)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW34181+Northern RailG90362 · G889557:56 Darwen station (DWN)
3h16
11:12 London Euston (EUS)2 changes
Avanti West CoastW33893+Northern RailL89343 · G898288:28 Darwen station (DWN)
3h13
11:41 London Euston (EUS)2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Darwen to London

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Trains from Darwen to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 290 km distance in 2h 36m.

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 £22
Distance
290 km
Average train duration
2h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
£59
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 36m
First train
5:20
Last train
22:10
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
14 days
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 £22

Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Darwen to London trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Darwen and London from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 36m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£59
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
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Pound sterling (£)

Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Darwen to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £59, while the average price tends to be around £84.
The train journey from Darwen to London covers a distance of 290 km and takes approximately 2h 36m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Darwen to London is 290 km.
The first train from Darwen to London leaves at 5:20.
The last train from Darwen to London departs at 22:10.
Trains from Darwen to London run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Darwen to London.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Darwen to London.
To get from Darwen to London, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Darwen to London.
The train station in Darwen that goes to London is Darwen station (DWN), and it arrives at London Euston (EUS).
The cheapest way to get from Darwen to London is by coach, costing approximately £22.
Booking trains from Darwen to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Darwen to London offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with scenic stretches through the rolling landscapes of Lancashire and glimpses of the Pennines before transitioning into the more industrial and suburban areas as you approach London.
A day trip from Darwen to London is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 36m. However, there are 6 trains per day covering the 290 km distance.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.
Yes, you can take the train from Darwen to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Darwen and London

Most Darwen to London trains use the Darwen to London Euston station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Darwen and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Darwen
Arrival train stations in London

Which Darwen station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Darwen to London leave from Darwen. The station is from Darwen city centre at Darwen Railway Station, Railway Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 2RJ, United Kingdom.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Darwen from Darwen city centre

BusSeveral local bus services available

Darwen train station facilities and services

Darwen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Bryan St Chippy, The Old Chapel Cafe

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Darwen. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Darwen: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Darwen: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Darwen: Ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Astley Bank Hotel, Whitehall Hotel.

Most popular train connections from Darwen

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