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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Darwen is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Darwen is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Darwen?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Darwen via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Reading to Darwen?

The distance between Reading and Darwen is 201 miles. The road distance is 195.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Darwen without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Reading to Darwen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Darwen train from?

Reading to Darwen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Darwen train arrive?

Reading to Darwen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Reading to Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Darwen is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Reading to Darwen.

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

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Where can I stay near Darwen?

There are 1209+ hotels available in Darwen.

Reading to Darwen - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Darwen by train, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 40m
£86–131
Drive 193.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Darwencar 193.9 mi
3h 52m
£48–69
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 26m
£76–302
Train, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
7h 59m
£137–527

Reading to Darwen by train and tram

105Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.1 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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