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

The cheapest train tickets from Oxford to Darlington start from £71. The average price for this train route is around £230. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Oxford to Darlington?

The average train journey time from Oxford to Darlington is 4h 18m, covering a distance of 192 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 35m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Oxford to Darlington route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Oxford to Darlington departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 18:10.

Train Oxford to Darlington from £38

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Oxford to Darlington on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Oxford	3h 35m	10:45	Darlington	No tags
Train	07:40	Oxford	4h 18m	11:58	Darlington	No tags
Train	08:39	Oxford	4h 19m	12:58	Darlington	No tags
Train	15:10	Oxford	4h 19m	19:29	Darlington	No tags
Train	16:40	Oxford	4h 19m	20:59	Darlington	No tags

Get from Oxford to Darlington

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 4 hours 18 minutes, and with fares starting at just £71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

4h 18mAverage duration

192 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Oxford and Darlington?

Oxford

A
Oxford Train Station
44 Abbey Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2, UK

Darlington

A
Dinsdale
Dinsdale, Middleton St George, Darlington DL2 1UE, UK

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 £71

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oxford to Darlington 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 Oxford to Darlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Oxford to Darlington start from £71. The average price for this train route is around £230. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oxford to Darlington?
The average train journey time from Oxford to Darlington is 4h 18m, covering a distance of 192 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 35m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Oxford to Darlington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oxford to Darlington?
The earliest train from Oxford to Darlington departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 18:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/12

£93

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15/12

£84

16/12

£67

17/12

£54

18/12

£38

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The cheapest trip from Oxford to Darlington was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of £38

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

You can expect to pay from £38 to £386 for a train ticket from Oxford to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-12-18.