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Trip Overview

The average bus between Cardiff and Darwen takes 10h 32m and the fastest bus takes 7h 49m. The bus runs, on average, 3 times per week from Cardiff to Darwen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

10h 32m
Duration
232 mi
Distance
£32
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Cardiff to Darwen bus times

Buses run 3 times a week between Cardiff and Darwen. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 6:10 PM which arrives into Darwen at 9:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Bus Station and take an average of 10h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    FlixBusFlixBusBee NetworkThe Blackburn Bus Company15h 29m • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    FlixBusFlixBusBee NetworkThe Blackburn Bus Company7h 49m • 3 changes
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    FlixBusFlixBusBee NetworkThe Blackburn Bus Company8h 19m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cardiff to Darwen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Darwen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 231.9 mi
  • Duration: 10h 32m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, England?

You can take a bus from Cardiff - North Road to Circus via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Shudehill Interchange, and Bolton Interchange in around 8h 35m.

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