How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Darlington?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Darlington start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $189. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Darlington?

The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Darlington is 2h 56m, covering a distance of 142 miles (229 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 17m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Birmingham to Darlington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Darlington?

The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Darlington at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 7:28pm.

Train Birmingham to Darlington from $37

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Darlington on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	2h 55m	9:58am	Darlington	Cheapest
Train	10:27am	Birmingham New Street	2h 17m	12:44pm	Darlington	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	2h 55m	9:58am	Darlington	No tags
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	2h 55m	10:58am	Darlington	No tags
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	2h 55m	10:58am	Darlington	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Darlington on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:48am	Birmingham New Street	3h 17m	12:05pm	Darlington	CheapestFastest
Train	8:48am	Birmingham New Street	3h 17m	12:05pm	Darlington	No tags
Train	9:48am	Birmingham New Street	3h 17m	1:05pm	Darlington	No tags
Train	9:48am	Birmingham New Street	3h 17m	1:05pm	Darlington	No tags
Train	11:03am	Birmingham New Street	4h 4m	3:07pm	Darlington	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Darlington on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 3m	10:06am	Darlington	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Birmingham New Street	2h 26m	10:53am	Darlington	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 3m	10:06am	Darlington	No tags
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 3m	11:06am	Darlington	No tags
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	3h 3m	11:06am	Darlington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:17 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Darlington

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

141 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $62	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$39 - $446	Average Duration2h 56m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $20	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

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. Travelers 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 $39

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham to Darlington by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Darlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Darlington start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $189. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Darlington?
The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Darlington is 2h 56m, covering a distance of 142 miles (229 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 17m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Birmingham to Darlington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Darlington?
The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Darlington at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 7:28pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$52

12/10

$53

Today

$48

12/12

$76

12/13

$74

12/14

$76

12/15

$37

12/16

$54

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Darlington was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $432 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-15.