What is the cheapest way to get from Darwen to Manchester Arndale?

The cheapest way to get from Darwen to Manchester Arndale is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Darwen to Manchester Arndale?

The fastest way to get from Darwen to Manchester Arndale is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Darwen and Manchester Arndale?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwen to Manchester Arndale station. However, there are services departing from Town Centre and arriving at Victoria Rail Station via Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Darwen and Manchester Arndale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Darwen and arriving at Manchester Victoria. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Darwen to Manchester Arndale?

The distance between Darwen and Manchester Arndale is 20 miles. The road distance is 21.2 miles.

How do I travel from Darwen to Manchester Arndale without a car?

The best way to get from Darwen to Manchester Arndale without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £6 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Darwen to Manchester Arndale?

The train from Darwen to Manchester Victoria takes 43 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Darwen to Manchester Arndale bus from?

Darwen to Manchester Arndale bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Town Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darwen to Manchester Arndale train from?

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

Train or bus from Darwen to Manchester Arndale?

The best way to get from Darwen to Manchester Arndale is to train which takes 51 min and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and line 8 bus, which costs and takes 2h.

Where does the Darwen to Manchester Arndale bus arrive?

Darwen to Manchester Arndale bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Darwen to Manchester Arndale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Darwen to Manchester Arndale?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwen to Manchester Arndale is 21 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Darwen to Manchester Arndale.

How do I get a train ticket from Darwen to Manchester Arndale?

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Where can I stay near Manchester Arndale?

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Darwen to Manchester Arndale - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 1 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Darwen to Manchester Arndale by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Darwen to Manchester Victoriatrain Blackburn - Manchester Victoria / ...
51 min
£6–12
Line 1 bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Town Centre to Bolton Interchangebus 1
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Victoria Rail Stationbus 8
2h
Drive 21.1 mi
1. Drive from Darwen to Manchester Arndalecar 21.1 mi
37 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Darwen to Manchester Arndaletaxi 21.1 mi
37 min
£45–55

Darwen to Manchester Arndale by train and foot

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Distance: 20.3 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Darwen to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Centre to Manchester Arndale via Bolton Interchange and Victoria Rail Station in around 2h.

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