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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Manchester Victoria | Darlington | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Victoria | Darlington | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Airport | Darlington | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Airport | Darlington | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Airport | Darlington | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Darlington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 245, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Manchester and Darlington?
Darlington
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Dinsdale
Dinsdale, Middleton St George, Darlington DL2 1UE, UK
Train Companies
Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 454
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Darlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Darlington start from R 454. The average price for this train route is around R 1 257. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Darlington?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Darlington is 1h 51m, covering a distance of 124 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 43m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Darlington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Darlington?
The earliest train from Manchester to Darlington departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 21:32.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Darlington was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 429To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Darlington as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 429 to R 2 636 for a train ticket from Manchester to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 429, which is on 2025-12-17.
