Train from Darlington to Leeds: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Darlington to Leeds on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Darlington
LeedsCheapest
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Darlington
LeedsFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Darlington
LeedsNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Darlington
LeedsNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Darlington
LeedsNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 4:24 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Darlington to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 10mAverage Duration
81 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$34 - $35Average Duration1h 40m
2kg CO₂e
Average Price$18 - $147Average Duration56m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$12 - $16Average Duration1h 10m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Darlington to Leeds by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Darlington to Leeds?

    The cheapest train tickets from Darlington to Leeds start at $18. The average price for this train route is around $62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Darlington to Leeds?

    The average train trip from Darlington to Leeds takes 56m and covers 81 km. The quickest train gets you there in 49m and is operated by Transpennine Express.

  3. Which train operators serve the Darlington to Leeds route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Darlington to Leeds?

    The earliest train from Darlington to Leeds departs at 7:10am. The latest train departs at 11:26pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Darlington to Leeds?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Darlington to Leeds?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Darlington to Leeds?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Darlington to Leeds?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
12-09
$28
12-10
No data
Today
$29
12-12
$43
12-13
$43
12-14
$40
12-15
$29
12-16
$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Darlington to Leeds was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $28

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Darlington to Leeds, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $28 to $141 for a train ticket from Darlington to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Transpennine Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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