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Darlington to Aberdeen train prices and times
Looking to travel from Darlington to Aberdeen? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £16.65, with average prices for this route around £25.00.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
- Sat, Apr 26From £16.65
- Sun, Apr 27From £17.00
- Mon, Apr 28From £17.00
- Tue, Apr 29From £17.00
- Wed, Apr 30From £17.00
- Thu, May 1From £17.00
- Fri, May 2From £17.00
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:12 Darlington | 11:05 Aberdeen | 10h 53m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:09 Darlington | 11:52 Aberdeen | 4h 43m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:03 Darlington | 13:02 Aberdeen | 4h 59m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:10 Darlington | 13:50 Aberdeen | 4h 40m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:24 Darlington | 15:22 Aberdeen | 5h 58m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
11:09 Darlington | 15:57 Paris | 4h 48m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Darlington to Aberdeen train route details

First train
00:12

Last train
19:10

Journey time
4h 40m

Distance
183 miles

Price
£16.65*
How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Aberdeen

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Darlington to Aberdeen. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Darlington to Aberdeen, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
Darlington to Aberdeen train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.