The cheapest and fastest trains from Darwen station (DWN) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darwen station (DWN) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darwen station (DWN) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 trains that leave Darwen station (DWN) for Manchester Victoria (MCV) every day 2 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 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 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 station (DWN) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darwen station (DWN) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 28 km
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£5 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Darwen station (DWN) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 09:56 Darwen station (DWN) | 0h42 | 10:38 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:56 Darwen station (DWN) | 0h43 | 11:39 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darwen station (DWN) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 07:56 |
Last train 22:12 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Darwen station (DWN) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Darwen station (DWN) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 station (DWN) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train

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Important Stations and Airports in Darwen station (DWN) and Manchester Victoria (MCV)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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