Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Darwen travel guide

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You're Going to Love Darwen

With a population of 32,566, Darwen is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Darwen to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Darwen

If you’re looking for affordable options, Papa's American Diner (193 Duckworth Street) and The Balti House (1-3 High Street Rishton) are great picks.

When to visit Darwen

Darwen in February
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Darwen in February
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Darwen

Plane

Although Darwen doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 25 miles from Darwen. The shortest domestic flight to Darwen departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Darwen, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Darwen to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. The train station in Darwen is called Darwen, and is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Darwen is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 181 miles from Darwen. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Darwen, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Darwen takes 70 miles and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 80 miles.

Plane

Although Darwen doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 25 miles from Darwen. The shortest domestic flight to Darwen departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Darwen, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Darwen to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. The train station in Darwen is called Darwen, and is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Darwen is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 181 miles from Darwen. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Darwen, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Darwen takes 70 miles and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 80 miles.

Airports near Darwen

LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Darwen

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Darwen

Most booked hotels in Darwen

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The Millstone, Mellor
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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The Strawbury Duck Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Willows, Blackburn by Marston's Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£52+
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Astley Bank Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Hampton by Hilton Blackburn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£66+
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The Whitehall Hotel & Distillery
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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Hiring a car in Darwen

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Darwen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Darwen is Economy (Citroen C3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Darwen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Darwen is Economy (Citroen C3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 50% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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