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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Darwen is to bus and line 540 bus which costs £12 - £35 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Darwen is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Darwen?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at Circus via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Darwen?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Darwen via Blackburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Leeds to Darwen?

The distance between Leeds and Darwen is 53 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Darwen without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £20 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Leeds to Darwen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Darwen bus from?

Leeds to Darwen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Darwen train from?

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

Train or bus from Leeds to Darwen?

The best way to get from Leeds to Darwen is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 540 bus, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Leeds to Darwen bus arrive?

Leeds to Darwen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Leeds to Darwen train arrive?

Leeds to Darwen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackburn station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Darwen is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Leeds to Darwen.

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

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Where can I stay near Darwen?

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Leeds to Darwen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 540 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Leeds to Darwen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Blackburntrain York - Blackpool North / ...
1h 52m
£20–36
Bus, line 540 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Circusbus 540
3h 10m
£12–31
Drive 50.4 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Darwencar 50.4 mi
1h 6m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leeds to Darwentaxi 50.4 mi
1h 6m
£100–130
Train via Rochdale
1. Take the train from Leeds to Rochdaletrain Leeds - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Rochdale to Darwentrain Rochdale - Blackburn / ...
2h 33m
£26–47

Leeds to Darwen by train

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Distance: 53 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Blackburn hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Circus via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 3h 10m.

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