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

The cheapest way to get from Scunthorpe to Darwen is to train and bus and line 8 bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scunthorpe to Darwen is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Scunthorpe and Darwen?

No, there is no direct train from Scunthorpe to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Scunthorpe and arriving at Darwen via Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Scunthorpe to Darwen?

The distance between Scunthorpe and Darwen is 104 miles. The road distance is 95.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scunthorpe to Darwen without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Scunthorpe to Darwen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scunthorpe to Darwen train from?

Scunthorpe to Darwen train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scunthorpe station.

Where does the Scunthorpe to Darwen train arrive?

Scunthorpe to Darwen train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Scunthorpe to Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Scunthorpe to Darwen is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Scunthorpe to Darwen.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 14m
£30–52
Train, bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Meadowhalltrain
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 8
5h 34m
£17–32
Drive 95 mi
1. Drive from Scunthorpe to Darwencar 95 mi
1h 52m
£24–35
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
4h 20m
£26–41

Scunthorpe to Darwen by train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 103.7 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Scunthorpe to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 1h 57m.

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