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Trip Summary
There are 12 daily trains from Middlesbrough to Darlington. Traveling by train from Middlesbrough to Darlington usually takes around 35 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail train can make the trip in 34 minutes.
| Distance | 13 mi (22 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 34m |
| Lowest price | £7.36 |
| Trains per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Middlesbrough to Darlington?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Middlesbrough to Darlington. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 12 | 0h 35m | £7.36 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Middlesbrough to Darlington. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Middlesbrough at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. 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 12 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Middlesbrough to Darlington.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Darlington to Middlesbrough.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Middlesbrough?
Main departure station: South Bank
There is one train station in Middlesbrough.
All train stations in Middlesbrough:
South Bank
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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