The average train between Rotherham and Darwen takes 7h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Rotherham 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 twice daily between Rotherham and Darwen. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Darwen at 6:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 7h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
10h 14m • 3 changes3h 50m • 3 changes
2h 39m • 3 changes3h • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rotherham 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 Rotherham to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Rotherham station and arriving at Darwen station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.
Rotherham to Darwen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.
Rotherham to Darwen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Darwen station.
Book your Rotherham to Darwen train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Rotherham and Darwen is 79 km. The road distance is 111 km.
You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Darwen via Sheffield, Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 2h 45m.
