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

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Darwen is to line 8 bus and bus which costs £2 - £7 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salford to Darwen is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Darwen?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Pendleton Church and arriving at Circus via Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Darwen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salford Crescent and arriving at Darwen. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Salford to Darwen?

The distance between Salford and Darwen is 18 miles. The road distance is 19.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford to Darwen without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £14.

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

The train from Salford Crescent to Darwen takes 35 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Salford to Darwen bus from?

Salford to Darwen bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Pendleton Church station.

Where do I catch the Salford to Darwen train from?

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

Train or bus from Salford to Darwen?

The best way to get from Salford to Darwen is to train which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and bus, which costs £2 - £7 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Salford to Darwen bus arrive?

Salford to Darwen bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Salford to Darwen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salford to Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford to Darwen is 19 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Salford to Darwen.

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

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Salford to Darwen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Darwentrain Manchester Victoria - Blackburn / ...
35 min
£7–14
Line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pendleton Church to Bolton Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Circusbus 1
1h 23m
£3–7
Drive 19.2 mi
1. Drive from Salford to Darwencar 19.2 mi
32 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford to Darwentaxi 19.2 mi
32 min
£40–55

Salford to Darwen by train

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Distance: 18.3 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Salford Crescent to Darwen hourly. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pendleton Church to Circus via Bolton Interchange in around 1h 23m.

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