Train tickets from London to Darlington

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Next departures from London to Darlington on 1 November
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London North Eastern Railway
King's Cross
DarlingtonCheapestFastest
London North Eastern Railway
King's Cross
DarlingtonNo tags
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King's Cross
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King's Cross
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King's Cross
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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Darlington

busbud logoWe recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4h 40mAverage duration
349 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceUS$22 - US$76Average duration6h
9kg CO₂e
Average priceUS$38 - US$412Average duration2h 29m
8kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceUS$45 - US$56Average duration4h 40m
15kg CO₂e

Train London to Darlington: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$180
Average train trip duration2h 29m
Number of daily trains9
Earliest train departure07:00
Distance346 km
Latest train departure22:00

London to Darlington Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Darlington from London, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Darlington

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Darlington cost?

    The average train ticket price from London to Darlington is US$180. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Darlington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from London to Darlington?

    A train trip between London and Darlington is around 2h 29m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 349 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between London and Darlington?

    The number of trains from London to Darlington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Darlington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from London to Darlington?

    When taking the train from London to Darlington, you can travel comfortably and safely with London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from London to Darlington?

    Trains travelling between London and Darlington leave from King's Cross or St Pancras International and arrive at Dinsdale.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
29/10
US$110
30/10
US$126
Today
US$95
01/11
US$95
02/11
US$102
03/11
US$149
04/11
US$149
05/11
US$91
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Darlington was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$91

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

You can expect to pay from US$91 to US$391 for a train ticket from London to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$91, which is on 2025-11-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between London and Darlington is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Darlington.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Darlington you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between London and Darlington, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from London to Darlington.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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