The average train between Darwen and Leeds takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Darwen to Leeds. 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 Darwen and Leeds. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Darwen is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Leeds at 7:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Darwen to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Darwen station and arriving at Leeds station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.
Darwen to Leeds train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.
Darwen to Leeds train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Darwen to Leeds train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Darwen and Leeds is 61.3 km. The road distance is 85 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackburn to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 1h 23m.