The average train between Darwen and Luton takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. There is an hourly train service from Darwen to Luton. 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 Luton. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Darwen is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Luton at 8:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Bolton and take an average of 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 44m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Darwen to Luton? 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 Darwen to Luton. However, there are services departing from Darwen station and arriving at Luton station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
Darwen to Luton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Darwen to Luton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Luton station.
Book your Darwen to Luton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Darwen and Luton is 244.6 km. The road distance is 376 km.
You can take a train from Darwen to Luton via Bolton, Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 8m.