Darwen to Preston train with Northern Rail (3)

Wed, Feb 11
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Darwen to Preston

Showing times and prices for Feb 12

Cheapest price

€7

Average price

€9

Fastest journey

42 m

Average duration

42 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

18 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darwen to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Darwen to Preston will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Darwen for Preston on Thu, Feb 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Feb 12 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .

On Thu, Feb 12 the slowest trains will take 42 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Northern Rail (3)
03:56PM0h42
Darwen
04:38PMPreston
€71One-way
0 transfers
Northern Rail (3)
10:56AM0h42
Darwen
11:38AMPreston
€111One-way
0 transfers

Live departures

Darwen to Preston train times

The table below shows live departures for Darwen to Preston trains for today, Wednesday, February 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:24 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_rail6:26 AM Darwen
1h02
7:28 AM Preston1 transfer
northern_rail6:55 AM Darwen
0h50
7:45 AM Preston1 transfer
northern_rail7:25 AM Darwen
1h02
8:27 AM Preston1 transfer
northern_rail7:55 AM Darwen
1h01
8:56 AM Preston1 transfer
northern_rail7:56 AM Darwen
0h48
8:44 AM Preston1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Darwen to Preston

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Trains from Darwen to Preston run on average 5 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 42m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
18 km
Average train duration
25m
Cheapest ticket price
€11
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
42m
First train
05:44
Last train
22:56
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Darwen to Preston trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Darwen and Preston from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
42m
Cheapest Price
€7
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Darwen to Preston

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darwen to Preston by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Darwen to Preston can start from as little as €11 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Darwen to Preston is €11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Darwen to Preston is 42m to travel the 18 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Darwen to Preston leaves at 5:44 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Darwen to Preston leaves at 10:56 PM.
There are 5 trains a day from Darwen to Preston which require at least one change with Northern Rail (3). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Darwen to Preston, you can count on Northern Rail (3) for the best way to get you to Preston. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Darwen and Preston and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Preston from Darwen is worth doing with a journey time of 42m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Darwen to Preston is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Darwen and Preston including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Darwen to Preston

Darwen
Preston
The major train station for departures in Darwen is Darwen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Darwen for your trip from Darwen to Preston.
DarwenParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
address
Address
Darwen Railway Station, Railway Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 2RJ, United Kingdom
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
  • 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
  • Closed Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available with limited spaces, open 24/7.
Dining
Dining
  • Bryan St Chippy
  • The Old Chapel Cafe
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • Free of charge
Hotel
Hotel
  • Astley Bank Hotel
  • Whitehall Hotel
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Public transit options for Darwen
  • Bus: Several local bus services available

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