What is the cheapest way to get from Darwen to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Darwen to Birmingham is to line 8 bus and bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Darwen to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Darwen to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Darwen and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwen to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Town Centre and arriving at Newhall Street via Bolton Interchange and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Darwen and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Darwen to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Darwen and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Darwen to Birmingham?

The distance between Darwen and Birmingham is 103 miles. The road distance is 100.7 miles.

How do I travel from Darwen to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Darwen to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Darwen to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Darwen to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwen to Birmingham bus from?

Darwen to Birmingham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Darwen to Birmingham train from?

Darwen to Birmingham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Darwen station.

Train or bus from Darwen to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Darwen to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £19 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Darwen to Birmingham bus arrive?

Darwen to Birmingham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Darwen to Birmingham train arrive?

Darwen to Birmingham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Darwen to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwen to Birmingham is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Darwen to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Darwen to Birmingham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Darwen to Birmingham?

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Darwen to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darwen to Manchester Victoriatrain Blackburn - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 49m
£37–82
Line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
4h 15m
£12–19
Drive 100.1 mi
1. Drive from Darwen to Birminghamcar 100.1 mi
1h 59m
£25–36
Line 36 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 36 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
4h 50m
£18–42

Darwen to Birmingham by train and tram

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2h 49mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Darwen to Birmingham New Street via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Centre to Newhall Street via Bolton Interchange and Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 15m.

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