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Trip Summary
There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Durham to Darlington. Traveling by train from Durham to Darlington usually takes 17 minutes, but the fastest TransPennine Express train can make the trip in 16 minutes.
| Distance | 17 mi (28 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 16m |
| Lowest price | $7.78 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | London North Eastern Railway |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Durham to Darlington
- CrossCountry tickets: $10 one-way
- London North Eastern Railway tickets: $10 one-way
- TransPennine Express tickets: $8 one-way
Which train should you take from Durham to Darlington?
There are 3 train lines with service from Durham to Darlington. London North Eastern Railway is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry | 1 | 0h 17m | $10.25 |
| London North Eastern Railway | 2 | 0h 18m | $10.25 |
| TransPennine Express | 1 | 0h 17m | $7.78 |
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 Durham to Darlington usually takes about 0 hours and 17 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 1 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.
TransPennine Express train tickets from Durham to Darlington start from $8, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express schedules to Darlington. TransPennine Express in Durham leaves from Durham Train Station . And in Darlington trains arrive at Darlington Train Station .
From Durham to Darlington train travel on TransPennine Express takes 0 hours and 17 minutes. If you are looking to get to Darlington faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 16 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Durham to Darlington are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Durham at 6:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 4 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Durham to Darlington.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Darlington to Durham.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Durham?
Main departure station: Durham Train Station
There is one train station in Durham.
All train stations in Durham:
Durham Train Station
Where is the train station in Darlington?
Main arrival station: Darlington Train Station
Darlington has one train station.
All train stations in Darlington:
Darlington Train Station
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