Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Exeter St David's | Darlington | No tags | ||||
| Train | Exeter St David's | Darlington | No tags | ||||
| Train | Exeter St David's | Darlington | No tags | ||||
| Train | Exeter St David's | Darlington | No tags | ||||
| Train | Exeter St David's | Darlington | No tags |
Get from Exeter to Darlington
The journey takes about 5 hours 39 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 295, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Exeter and Darlington?
Exeter
- A
Polsloe Bridge
Polsloe Bridge, Exeter EX1 2SA, UK - B
Newcourt
Newcourt, Exeter EX2 7AS, UK
Darlington
- A
Dinsdale
Dinsdale, Middleton St George, Darlington DL2 1UE, UK
Train Companies
Based on 47 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 Wi-Fi. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 295
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Exeter 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 Exeter to Darlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Exeter to Darlington start from PEN 295. The average price for this train route is around PEN 1,252. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Exeter to Darlington?
The average train journey time from Exeter to Darlington is 5h 39m, covering a distance of 443 km. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 22m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Exeter to Darlington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Exeter to Darlington?
The earliest train from Exeter to Darlington departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 17:27.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Exeter to Darlington was searched and found on 26 Apr 2026 with a price of PEN 758To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Exeter to Darlington as early as possible.
