How to travel from Stafford to Darwen by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Stafford to Darwen? Look no further.
You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Stafford and Darwen, which usually take 3 hours 21 minutes to complete the 63 miles (102 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 5 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Darwen by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Darwen.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Stafford to Darwen if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Darwen? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
FAQs about the train journey from Stafford to Darwen
Want to know more about your journey from Stafford to Darwen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Stafford to Darwen
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Stafford to Darwen is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.