How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Darwen?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Darwen start from £4. The average price for this train route is around £7. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Darwen?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Darwen is 42m, covering a distance of 18 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 40m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Darwen route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Darwen?

The earliest train from Manchester to Darwen departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 23:07.

Train Manchester to Darwen from £3

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Manchester to Darwen on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:43	Manchester Victoria	43m	16:26	Darwen	No tags
Train	16:15	Manchester Victoria	40m	16:55	Darwen	No tags
Train	16:44	Manchester Victoria	42m	17:26	Darwen	No tags
Train	17:15	Manchester Victoria	42m	17:57	Darwen	No tags
Train	17:43	Manchester Victoria	44m	18:27	Darwen	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Darwen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Darwen. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage duration

18 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£3 - £11	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£4 - £13	Average duration42m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £4	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at £4

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Darwen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Darwen?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Darwen start from £4. The average price for this train route is around £7. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Darwen?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Darwen is 42m, covering a distance of 18 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 40m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Darwen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Darwen?
The earliest train from Manchester to Darwen departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 23:07.

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Darwen was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £3

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Darwen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £3 to £13 for a train ticket from Manchester to Darwen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £3, which is on 2025-12-13.