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The average train between Glasgow and Darwen takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Glasgow 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 59m
Duration
206 mi
Distance
£71
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Glasgow to Darwen train times

Trains run hourly between Glasgow and Darwen. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Darwen at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited6h 45m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 37m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 56m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 37m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 56m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 37m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 56m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 37m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 56m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 33m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 37m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 56m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 25m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 49m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 53m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Darwen.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 206.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 59m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Two other operators also service this route.

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