The average train between Chester and Darwen takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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.
Trains run hourly between Chester and Darwen. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Darwen at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Darwen station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.
Chester to Darwen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Darwen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Darwen station.
Book your Chester to Darwen train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Chester and Darwen is 63.1 km. The road distance is 96 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Darwen via Manchester Victoria in around 1h 59m.