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

The cheapest train tickets from Darlington to Cardiff start from £74. The average price for this train route is around £218. 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 4h 56m, covering a distance of 221 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 56m 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 15:11. And the latest train departs at 17:11.

Train Darlington to Cardiff from £57

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Darlington to Cardiff on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:11	Darlington	5h 14m	20:25	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	17:11	Darlington	5h 18m	22:29	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	15:11	Darlington	4h 56m	20:07	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	17:11	Darlington	5h 25m	22:36	Cardiff Central	No tags
Train	17:11	Darlington	5h 18m	22:29	Cardiff Central	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Darlington to Cardiff

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 50mAverage duration

220 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£61 - £62	Average duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£74 - £526	Average duration4h 56m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

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

Cardiff

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Cardiff Central
Cardiff Central, UK
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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 £74

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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 £74. The average price for this train route is around £218. 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 4h 56m, covering a distance of 221 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 56m 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 15:11. And the latest train departs at 17:11.