How much is the train ticket from Glasgow to Darlington?

The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Darlington start from R 1 038. The average price for this train route is around R 2 883. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Darlington?

The average train journey time from Glasgow to Darlington is 3h 22m, covering a distance of 228 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 22m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Glasgow to Darlington route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Glasgow to Darlington departs at 07:48. And the latest train departs at 07:48.

Train Glasgow to Darlington from R 1 358

Next train departures

Next departures from Glasgow to Darlington on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:48	Glasgow Central	3h 22m	11:10	Darlington	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:48	Glasgow Central	3h 22m	11:10	Darlington	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Darlington on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:48	Glasgow Central	3h 22m	11:10	Darlington	Cheapest
	Train	07:48	Glasgow Central	3h 22m	11:10	Darlington	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:01 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Glasgow to Darlington

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 554, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 10mAverage duration

228 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 252 - R 1 622	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 038 - R 3 837	Average duration3h 22m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 554 - R 554	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

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

Glasgow

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Glasgow Central
Glasgow Central Station, Glasgow, UK
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Darlington

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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 R 1 038

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow to Darlington by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Glasgow to Darlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Darlington start from R 1 038. The average price for this train route is around R 2 883. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Darlington?
The average train journey time from Glasgow to Darlington is 3h 22m, covering a distance of 228 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 22m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Glasgow to Darlington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Glasgow to Darlington?
The earliest train from Glasgow to Darlington departs at 07:48. And the latest train departs at 07:48.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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11/12

R 1 894

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R 1 449

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R 1 487

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The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Darlington was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 449

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 449 to R 3 220 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 487, which is on 2025-12-13.