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Darlington to Salford Crescent train prices and times

Planning a journey from Darlington to Salford Crescent? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £19.10, with average prices for this route around £19.90. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:56 Darlington	07:34 Salford Crescent	2h 38m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:12 Darlington	08:15 Salford Crescent	3h 3m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:10 Darlington	08:34 Salford Crescent	2h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:32 Darlington	09:15 Salford Crescent	2h 43m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:18 Darlington	09:34 Salford Crescent	2h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:27 Darlington	10:15 Paris	2h 48m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Darlington to Salford Crescent train route details

First train

04:56

Last train

21:32

Departure station

Darlington

Arrival station

Salford Crescent

Journey time

2h 16m

Distance

78 miles

Price

£19.10*

Train Operators

Northern, LNER, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Salford Crescent

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 Salford Crescent. 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

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 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 Salford Crescent, 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%

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 Salford Crescent 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 Salford Crescent 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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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same 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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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 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%.

Trains from Darlington to Salford Crescent from £19.10*

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Darlington to Salford Crescent train prices and times

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