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Darlington to London train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Darlington to London, starting from £11.60 and averaging £24.80. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 19m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Tue, Jun 10
From £14.25
Wed, Jun 11
From £14.90
Thu, Jun 12
From £17.00
Fri, Jun 13
From £17.00
Sat, Jun 14
From £11.60
Sun, Jun 15
From £17.00
Mon, Jun 16
From £17.00

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:00 Darlington	10:46 London Kings Cross	10h 46m, Direct	Find Tickets
00:00 Darlington	20:44 London Kings Cross	20h 44m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:13 Darlington	08:08 London Kings Cross	2h 55m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:00 Darlington	08:38 London Kings Cross	2h 38m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:31 Darlington	09:08 London Kings Cross	2h 37m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:03 Darlington	09:37 Paris	2h 34m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Darlington to London train route details

First train

00:00

Last train

23:22

Departure station

Darlington

Arrival station

London

Journey time

2h 19m

Distance

218 miles

Price

£11.60*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Grand Central, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to London

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between Darlington and London, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

To save on train travel in Southeast England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it’s highly advantageous for frequent travellers within this region.

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 London 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Darlington to London, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often 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 London 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 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 London 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
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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
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Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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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
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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Darlington to London train prices and times

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