What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Darwen?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Darwen is to line 540 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Darwen?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Darwen is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Darwen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Town Centre. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Darwen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Darwen. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Darwen?

The distance between Manchester and Darwen is 20 miles. The road distance is 20 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Darwen without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Darwen without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £2 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Darwen?

The train from Manchester Victoria to Darwen takes 42 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Darwen bus from?

Manchester to Darwen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Darwen train from?

Manchester to Darwen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Darwen?

The best way to get from Manchester to Darwen is to train which takes 42 min and costs £2 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 540 bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 1h.

Where does the Manchester to Darwen bus arrive?

Manchester to Darwen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Town Centre station.

Where does the Manchester to Darwen train arrive?

Manchester to Darwen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Darwen station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Darwen is 20 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Manchester to Darwen.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Darwen?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Darwen?

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Where can I stay near Darwen?

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Manchester to Darwen - 5 ways to travel via train, line 540 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Darwen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Darwentrain Manchester Victoria - Blackburn / ...
42 min
£2–12
Line 540 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Town Centrebus 540
1h
£2–3
Drive 19.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Darwencar 19.9 mi
41 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Darwentaxi 19.9 mi
41 min
£45–55
Line 8 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from St Mary's Gate to Bolton Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Circusbus 1
1h 45m

Manchester to Darwen by train

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Distance: 20 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Darwen hourly. Tickets cost £2–12 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Town Centre 4 times a day. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 1h.

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