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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Get from Darlington to Cardiff
The journey takes about 5 hours 13 minutes, and with fares starting at just £53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Darlington and Cardiff?
Darlington
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Dinsdale
Dinsdale, Middleton St George, Darlington DL2 1UE, UK
Train Companies
Based on 46 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 power outlets. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £53
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Darlington to Cardiff 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 Cardiff?
The cheapest train tickets from Darlington to Cardiff start from £53. The average price for this train route is around £94. 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 Cardiff?
The average train journey time from Darlington to Cardiff is 5h 13m, covering a distance of 221 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 54m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Darlington to Cardiff route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Darlington to Cardiff?
The earliest train from Darlington to Cardiff departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 17:11.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Darlington to Cardiff was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of £50To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Darlington to Cardiff as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £50 to £500 for a train ticket from Darlington to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £50, which is on 2026-01-27.
