How much does a train ticket cost from Darlington to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Darlington to Birmingham start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £143. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Darlington to Birmingham?

The average train journey time from Darlington to Birmingham is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 142 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 20m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Darlington to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Darlington to Birmingham?

The earliest train from Darlington to Birmingham departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 20:11.

Train Darlington to Birmingham from £28

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Darlington to Birmingham on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:12	Darlington	2h 52m	18:04	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	16:11	Darlington	2h 54m	19:05	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	17:10	Darlington	2h 55m	20:05	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	18:11	Darlington	2h 55m	21:06	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	19:11	Darlington	3h 21m	22:32	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Darlington to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

3h 20mAverage duration

141 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£47 - £48	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£39 - £346	Average duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£18 - £20	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £39

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Darlington to Birmingham by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Darlington to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Darlington to Birmingham start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £143. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Darlington to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Darlington to Birmingham is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 142 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 20m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Darlington to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Darlington to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Darlington to Birmingham departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 20:11.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

£28

11/12

No data

Today

£58

13/12

£59

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15/12

£29

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The cheapest trip from Darlington to Birmingham was searched and found on 10 Dec 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 Birmingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £28 to £283 for a train ticket from Darlington to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2025-12-15.