What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen is to bus and line 540 bus which costs £23 - £50 and takes 5h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle upon Tyne and Darwen?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle upon Tyne and Darwen?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Darwen via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen?

The distance between Newcastle upon Tyne and Darwen is 172 miles. The road distance is 119.6 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £60 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen bus from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen train from?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen?

The best way to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen bus arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen train arrive?

Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen.

How do I get a train ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen?

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There are 4 ways to get from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Darwentrain Manchester Victoria - Blackburn / ...
3h 55m
£63–107
Bus, line 540 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Circusbus 540
5h 36m
£23–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
5h 3m
£25–43
Drive 118.9 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwencar 118.9 mi
2h 26m
£29–42

Newcastle upon Tyne to Darwen by train

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Distance: 171.2 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, England?

You can take a train from Newcastle to Darwen via Manchester Victoria in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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