Trains tickets from London to Darlington

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Tomorrow30 Jul
from US$201
Thu31 Jul
from US$157
Fri1 Aug
from US$105
Sat2 Aug
from US$76
Sun3 Aug
from US$86
Mon4 Aug
from US$132
Tue5 Aug
from US$157
Wed6 Aug

Trains leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: King's Cross
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Darlington
    Destination location: Darlington
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: King's Cross
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Darlington
    Destination location: Darlington
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: King's Cross
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Darlington
    Destination location: Darlington
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: King's Cross
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Darlington
    Destination location: Darlington
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: King's Cross
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Darlington
    Destination location: Darlington
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Darlington

Bus
Average priceUS$19 - US$74Average duration6h
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average priceUS$48 - US$418Average duration2h 24m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$30 - US$54Average duration4h 30m
15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from London to Darlington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4h 30mAverage duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Train London to Darlington: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$161
Average train trip duration2h 24m
Number of daily trains10
Earliest train departure07:00
Distance215 miles
Latest train departure22:00

London to Darlington Train

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We make sure you can find a train service from London to Darlington from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

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$161. 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 24m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 217 miles 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 10. 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 Euston Station 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
27/07
US$128
28/07
US$73
Today
US$192
30/07
US$191
31/07
US$150
01/08
US$100
02/08
US$73
03/08
US$82
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Darlington was searched and found on 28 Jul 2025 with a price of US$73

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$73 to US$390 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$73, which is on 2025-08-02.

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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Train from Darlington to London

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