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Trip Summary
You can pick from 8 daily train trips between Preston and Darlington. The average train journey from Preston to Darlington takes 3 hours and 3 minutes, but some Northern Rail + Connections train trips are as short as 2 hours and 42 minutes.
| Distance | 70 mi (113 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 42m |
| Lowest price | £66.24 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Preston to Darlington?
2 train services operate from Preston to Darlington. Northern Rail + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 7 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail + Connections | 7 | 3h 3m | £66.24 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 1 | 3h 11m | £66.24 |
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Preston to Darlington start from £66, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Darlington. Northern Rail + Connections in Preston leaves from Preston (Lancs) . And in Darlington trains arrive at Darlington Train Station .
From Preston to Darlington train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 3 hours and 3 minutes. If you are looking to get to Darlington faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 42 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Northern Rail + Connections offers 7 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Darlington.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Preston to Darlington start from £66, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Darlington. TransPennine Express + Connections in Preston leaves from Preston (Lancs) . And in Darlington trains arrive at Darlington Train Station .
From Preston to Darlington train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 3 hours and 11 minutes. If you are looking to get to Darlington faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 42 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Darlington on a weekend there is typically one TransPennine Express + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Preston.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Preston to Darlington on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Preston at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Darlington to Preston.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Preston?
Main departure station: Preston Station
There is one train station in Preston.
All train stations in Preston:
Preston Station
Where is the train station in Darlington?
Main arrival station: Darlington Train Station
Darlington has one train station.
Train stations in Darlington:
Darlington Train Station
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