The average train between Inverness and Darwen takes 9h 48m and the fastest train takes 7h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness 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.
Trains run 4 times a day between Inverness and Darwen. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Inverness is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Darwen at 8:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 9h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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13h • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Inverness 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.
No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Inverness station and arriving at Darwen station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.
Inverness to Darwen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to Darwen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Inverness to Darwen train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Inverness and Darwen is 434.7 km. The road distance is 620 km.
You can take a train from Inverness to Darwen via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Preston, and Blackburn in around 7h 32m.