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Darlington to Liverpool train prices and times
Planning a journey from Darlington to Liverpool? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £10.10, with average prices for this route around £20.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
- Sat, Apr 26From £19.90
- Sun, Apr 27From £19.90
- Mon, Apr 28From £19.90
- Tue, Apr 29From £19.90
- Wed, Apr 30From £19.90
- Thu, May 1From £19.90
- Fri, May 2From £10.10
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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04:56 Darlington | 08:01 Liverpool Lime Street | 3h 5m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:10 Darlington | 09:00 Liverpool Lime Street | 2h 50m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:18 Darlington | 10:04 Liverpool Lime Street | 2h 46m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:18 Darlington | 10:59 Liverpool Lime Street | 2h 41m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:18 Darlington | 11:59 Liverpool Lime Street | 2h 41m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:17 Darlington | 13:01 Paris | 2h 44m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Darlington to Liverpool train route details

First train
04:56

Last train
21:32

Journey time
2h 41m

Distance
97 miles

Price
£10.10*
How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Liverpool

Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Darlington to Liverpool can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Darlington to Liverpool, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Darlington to Liverpool ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Darlington to Liverpool more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Darlington to Liverpool 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 train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional 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%.