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The average train between Edinburgh and Darwen takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh 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.

3h 51m
Duration
206 mi
Distance
£72
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain train Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 40m
£49–112

Edinburgh to Darwen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Darwen. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Darwen at 11:11 PM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited4h 23m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited5h 24m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh 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.

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  • Distance: 206.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 51m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Two other operators also service this route.

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