The average train between Leicester and Darwen takes 3h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 hourly between Leicester and Darwen. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Darwen at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 3h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Darwen station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.
Leicester to Darwen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Darwen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Darwen station.
Book your Leicester to Darwen train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Leicester and Darwen is 147.6 km. The road distance is 201 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Darwen via Nuneaton, Manchester Piccadilly, and Bolton in around 3h 36m.