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Cheltenham to Darlington Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 10 daily train trips between Cheltenham and Darlington. The average train journey from Cheltenham to Darlington takes 3 hours and 45 minutes, but some CrossCountry train trips are as short as 3 hours and 43 minutes.
| Distance | 183 mi (294 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 43m |
| Lowest price | $94.51 |
| Trains per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | CrossCountry |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Cheltenham to Darlington?
CrossCountry is the one and only train line which connects Cheltenham to Darlington. However, there are 10 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry | 10 | 3h 45m | $164.50 |
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 Cheltenham to Darlington usually takes about 3 hours and 45 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 10 trips on this route every day, and 0 daily trips on weekends.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Cheltenham to Darlington
The distance between Cheltenham and Darlington is approximately 183 miles, or 294 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 45 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 43 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Cheltenham to Darlington are the most crowded on Friday. 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 Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Cheltenham at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. 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 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Cheltenham to Darlington.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Darlington to Cheltenham.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Cheltenham?
Main departure station: Cheltenham Spa Station
There is one train station in Cheltenham.
All train stations in Cheltenham:
Cheltenham Spa Station
Where is the train station in Darlington?
Main arrival station: Darlington Station
Darlington has one train station.
All train stations in Darlington:
Darlington Station
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