Slough to Darwen by train
| First train | 12:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:07 | |
| Departure station | Slough | |
| Arrival station | Darwen | |
| Journey time | From 5h 5m | |
| Distance | 170 miles (274 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Slough to Darwen in 5 hours 5 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Slough to Darwen? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 26 minutes to travel the 170 miles (274 km) from Slough to Darwen by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 5 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Darwen. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Slough to Darwen in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Darwen by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Slough to Darwen
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Consider a Season Ticket
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