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Doncaster to Darlington Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 11 daily train trips between Doncaster and Darlington. The average train journey from Doncaster to Darlington takes one hour and 9 minutes, but some London North Eastern Railway train trips are as short as 53 minutes.

Distance71 mi (115 km)
Fastest train0h 53m
Lowest price$43.16
Trains per day7
Most frequent serviceLondon North Eastern Railway
Train lines2

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Which train should you take from Doncaster to Darlington?

2 train services operate from Doncaster to Darlington. London North Eastern Railway usually has more trains scheduled, with 9 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
CrossCountry20h 59m$62.08
London North Eastern Railway91h 12m$46.99
  • CrossCountry operates an extensive rail network in the U.K., centered in Birmingham. In standard class, passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms. Trains also contain a small café or a trolley that passes through the carriages. An upgrade to first-class gives passengers more legroom and complimentary food. The journey from Doncaster to Darlington usually takes about 0 hours and 59 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 2 trips on this route every day, and 0 daily trips on weekends.

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Doncaster to Darlington

The distance between Doncaster and Darlington is approximately 71 miles, or 115 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 9 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 53 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Darlington.

Trains from Doncaster to Darlington are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Doncaster at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 11 scheduled trains on most days. 7 of these are direct connections to Darlington. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Darlington to Doncaster.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Doncaster?

Main departure station: Doncaster Railway Station

There is one train station in Doncaster.

All train stations in Doncaster:

  • Doncaster Railway Station

Where is the train station in Darlington?

Main arrival station: Darlington Station

Darlington has one train station.

Train stations in Darlington:

  • Darlington Station

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