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The average train between Bristol and Darwen takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol 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.

4h 25m
Duration
191 mi
Distance
£99
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 19m
£83–126

Bristol to Darwen train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Bristol and Darwen. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Darwen at 10:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 25m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 24m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 24m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 25m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 24m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 24m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 25m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 25m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 25m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 35m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 25m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 47m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 25m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 24m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 24m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 25m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 24m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryMetrolinkNorthern Trains Limited4h 24m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bristol 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 Bristol to Darwen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 191.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 25m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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