What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen is to line 540 bus which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen?

The fastest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Piccadilly Station and Darwen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Circus. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Piccadilly Station and Darwen?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Darwen via Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen?

The distance between Manchester Piccadilly Station and Darwen is 21 miles. The road distance is 21.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen without a car is to train and bus which takes 59 min and costs £5 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen?

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen bus from?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen?

The best way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £7 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 540 bus, which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen bus arrive?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Circus station.

Where does the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen train arrive?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen is 22 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen.

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

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Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Boltontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Circusbus 1
59 min
£5–13
Line 540 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Circusbus 540
1h 1m
£4–11
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Boltontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Darwentrain Manchester Victoria - Blackburn / ...
1h 5m
£7–15
Drive 21.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwencar 21.7 mi
39 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwentaxi 21.7 mi
39 min
£45–60

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Darwen by train and bus

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Distance: 20.8 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Darwen via Bolton in around 1h 5m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Circus 3 times a day. Tickets cost £4–11 and the journey takes 55 min.

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