The cheapest and fastest trains from Darwen to Manchester
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darwen to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darwen to Manchester will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 3 trains that leave Darwen for Manchester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 43 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 and coach for Darwen to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darwen to Manchester 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 42m. 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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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£4 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Darwen to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Darwen to Manchester trains for today, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:55 Darwen | 0h44 | 06:39 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:55 Darwen | 0h44 | 07:39 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:56 Darwen | 0h43 | 08:39 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:56 Darwen | 0h42 | 10:38 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:28 Darwen | 0h40 | 20:08 Manchester | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darwen to Manchester
Trains from Darwen to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:43, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 39m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 03:43 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Darwen to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Darwen and Manchester from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Darwen to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darwen to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Darwen and Manchester
- 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
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Through a gate on Blind Lane, along a path (68 paces, 1:10 slope), up 23 steps and along the path (61 paces), up 32 steps across the footbridge (17 paces) and down 31 steps onto the platform.
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Station Entrance
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Junction of Devonshire Street North and Blind Lane
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Car Park: No
- Cabral's Restaurant Brazilian Street Food and Grocery Store
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station , To Manchester : up 47 steps onto the platform. To Glossop/Sheffield : up 47 steps onto the Manchester platform, turn right and up 31 steps, across the footbridge (15 paces) and down 31 steps onto the platform
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Pottery Lane (A6010) under railway bridge.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
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