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Darlington to Alnwick Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 10 daily train trips between Darlington and Alnwick. The average train journey from Darlington to Alnwick takes one hour and 3 minutes, but some CrossCountry train trips are as short as 57 minutes.
| Distance | 62 mi (99 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 57m |
| Lowest price | $11.63 |
| Trains per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | London North Eastern Railway |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Darlington to Alnwick?
2 train services operate from Darlington to Alnwick. London North Eastern Railway usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry | 4 | 0h 59m | $13.45 |
| London North Eastern Railway | 6 | 1h 6m | $23.05 |
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 Darlington to Alnwick usually takes about 0 hours and 59 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 4 trips on this route every day, and 4 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 Darlington to Alnwick
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Darlington to Alnwick on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Darlington at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. 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 10 scheduled trains on most days. 8 of these are direct connections to Alnwick. 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 Alnwick to Darlington.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Darlington?
Main departure station: Darlington Station
There is one train station in Darlington.
All train stations in Darlington:
Darlington Station
Where is the train station in Alnwick?
Main arrival station: Alnmouth Station
Alnwick has one train station.
All train stations in Alnwick:
Alnmouth Station
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