The average train between Birmingham and Darwen takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is an hourly train service from Birmingham 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 Birmingham and Darwen. The earliest departure is at 6:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Darwen at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Birmingham 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.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Darwen station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.
Birmingham to Darwen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Darwen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Darwen station.
Book your Birmingham to Darwen train tickets online with Cross Country, Metrolink and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Birmingham and Darwen is 140.4 km. The road distance is 164 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Darwen via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 2h 49m.