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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Darlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Darlington start from $7. The average price for this train route is around $45. 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 Leeds to Darlington?
The average train ride duration from Leeds to Darlington is 1h 23m, covering a distance of 51 miles (81 km). The quickest train can get you there in 53m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators service the Leeds to Darlington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leeds to Darlington?
The earliest train departs from Leeds to Darlington at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:10pm.
What is the best train operator from Leeds to Darlington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Darlington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Leeds to Darlington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leeds to Darlington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leeds to Darlington was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leeds to Darlington, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $74 for a train ticket from Leeds to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2026-01-31.
Usually Transpennine Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
