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Alnwick to Darlington Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 11 daily train trips available from Alnwick to Darlington. Traveling by train from Alnwick to Darlington usually takes one hour and 8 minutes, but the fastest London North Eastern Railway train can make the trip in one hour.
| Distance | 62 mi (99 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 0m |
| Lowest price | $12.92 |
| Trains per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | CrossCountry |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Alnwick to Darlington?
2 train services operate from Alnwick to Darlington. CrossCountry 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 | 6 | 1h 12m | $13.76 |
| London North Eastern Railway | 5 | 1h 3m | $15.69 |
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 Alnwick to Darlington usually takes about 1 hours and 12 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 6 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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Alnwick to Darlington
Trains from Alnwick to Darlington are the most crowded on Thursday. 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 Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Alnwick at 6:00am 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 11 scheduled trains on most days. 10 of these are direct connections to Darlington. 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 Darlington to Alnwick.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Alnwick?
Main departure station: Alnmouth Station
There is one train station in Alnwick.
All train stations in Alnwick:
Alnmouth 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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