The average train between Windermere and Darwen takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Windermere 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 every 3 hours between Windermere and Darwen. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Windermere is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Darwen at 10:54 PM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Windermere 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 Windermere to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Windermere station and arriving at Darwen station via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Windermere to Darwen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Windermere station.
Windermere to Darwen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Darwen station.
Book your Windermere to Darwen train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Windermere and Darwen is 81.1 km. The road distance is 128 km.
You can take a train from Windermere to Darwen via Oxenholme Lake District and Bolton in around 2h 39m.