Leicester to Darwen train with Cross Country

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Avanti West Coast
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Darwen

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£98

Average price

£98

Fastest journey

3 h 8 m

Average duration

3 h 8 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

148 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Darwen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leicester to Darwen will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £98.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester for Darwen every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.

Avanti West Coast
09:183h08
Leicester
12:26Darwen
£981One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Leicester to Darwen

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Darwen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £97.

Distance: 148 km

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Coach

£97

Average Price

£22

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Cheapest

3h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 8m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 25m

Average total duration

6h 55m

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Live departures

Leicester to Darwen train times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Darwen trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 17:27
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
avanti_west_coast09:18 Leicester
3h08
12:26 Darwen0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Leicester to Darwen by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leicester to Darwen

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Trains from Leicester to Darwen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £97 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 3h 8m.

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
148 km
Average train duration
3h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£97
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 8m
First train
06:17
Last train
23:37
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: Cross Country from Leicester to Darwen trainsCross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Darwen from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest Price
£128
Cross Country frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Leicester to Darwen train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Darwen 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 Darwen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Darwen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £97, while the average price tends to be around £97.
The train journey from Leicester to Darwen covers a distance of 148 km and takes approximately 3h 8m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Leicester to Darwen is 148 km.
The first train from Leicester to Darwen leaves at 6:17.
The last train from Leicester to Darwen departs at 23:37.
Trains from Leicester to Darwen run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leicester to Darwen.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Leicester to Darwen.
To get from Leicester to Darwen, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Leicester to Darwen.
The train station in Leicester that goes to Darwen is Leicester station (LEI), and it arrives at Darwen station (DWN).
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Darwen is by coach, costing approximately £22.
Booking trains from Leicester to Darwen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leicester to Darwen offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through the scenic countryside of the East Midlands and North West England, with views of rolling hills and fields.
A day trip from Leicester to Darwen is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 8m. Trains operate 3 times per day over a distance of 148 km.
To fully explore Darwen, spending 2 to 3 days will allow you to visit its key attractions, such as Darwen Tower, and enjoy local experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Leicester to Darwen.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Darwen

Leicester
Darwen
The major train station for departures in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your trip from Leicester to Darwen.
Amenities at train station
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • 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
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Leicester
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front

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