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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Darwen
Cheapest price
£4
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 Manchester to Darwen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Darwen will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Darwen 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 44 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 Manchester to Darwen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Darwen 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 41m. 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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£5 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Darwen train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Darwen trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:43 Manchester | 0h43 | 05:26 Darwen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:43 Manchester | 0h44 | 17:27 Darwen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:14 Manchester | 0h40 | 22:54 Darwen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Darwen
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Darwen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 40m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 00:24 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Darwen trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Manchester and Darwen 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: Manchester to Darwen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Darwen
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
- 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
ParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
- 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
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibility
WCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Wilmslow Road.
- The Didsbury
- The Gateway
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- £0.30
- Travelodge Manchester Didsbury
- Premier Inn Manchester Didsbury
- Eleven Didsbury Park Hotel
- Located near the ticket office
- Free
- Hall 1: entrance and ticket office
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Tram: Metrolink East Didsbury Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 42, 142, 50
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
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