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Trains from Stafford (STA) to Darwen (DWN)

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33

train journeys
per day

63

miles (102 kms)

2hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

05:31 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Stafford (STA) to Darwen (DWN)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Stafford and Darwen , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stafford to Darwen is approximately 63 miles (102 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 25 mins.

CrossCountry, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Stafford and Darwen.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stafford to Darwen. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 7 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Stafford to Darwen

Journeys from Stafford to Darwen Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:31
    2 hrs 24 mins3 changes
    07:55
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:48
    2 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    08:55
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:03
    2 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    09:26
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:47
    2 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    09:55
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:00
    2 hrs 25 mins2 changes
    10:25
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:50
    2 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    10:55
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:03
    2 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    11:26
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:50
    2 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    11:55
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:03
    2 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    12:26
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:50
    2 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    12:55
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:03
    2 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    13:26
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:50
    2 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    13:55
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:03
    2 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    14:26
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:50
    2 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    14:56
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:03
    2 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    15:26
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:50
    2 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    15:56
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:03
    2 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    16:26
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:47
    2 hrs 8 mins3 changes
    16:55
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:03
    2 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    17:26
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:47
    2 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    17:57
    Stafford
    Darwen
    Stafford to Darwen

About Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
AddressStafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed byVT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Darwen Station

Station name Darwen (DWN)
AddressDarwen station, Atlas Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 0DE
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Stafford and Darwen

The travel time between Stafford and Darwen by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stafford and Darwen vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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Amenities on trains between Stafford and Darwen can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Stafford & Darwen. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Stafford and Darwen.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Stafford and Darwen, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.