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Leeds to Darlington Trains From £7.90

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Buy cheap train tickets from Leeds to Darlington for just £7.90. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of £28.10. The train journey from Leeds to Darlington typically takes approximately 50m. You can expect a frequency of 56 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Leeds to Darlington Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Darlington, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 11:16
    Leeds

    1h 6m

    No direct

    12:22
    Darlington
    Train W33887-2T13 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain C28792-1W11 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    E-ticket

    From £47.10
  2. 11:42
    Leeds

    55m

    Direct

    12:37
    Darlington
    Train C12247-1P21 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    C12247-1P21

    E-ticket

    From £7.90
  3. 12:08
    Leeds

    50m

    Direct

    12:58
    Darlington
    Train G25097-1S39 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    G25097-1S39

    E-ticket

    From £8.70
  4. 12:16
    Leeds

    1h 5m

    No direct

    13:21
    Darlington
    Train W33891-2T15 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain C28848-1S13 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    E-ticket

    From £47.10
  5. 12:43
    Leeds

    57m

    Direct

    13:40
    Darlington
    Train C12255-1P23 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    C12255-1P23

    E-ticket

    From £7.90
  6. 13:08
    Leeds

    54m

    Direct

    14:02
    Darlington
    Train G25100-1S41 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    G25100-1S41

    E-ticket

    From £8.70
  7. 13:16
    Leeds

    1h 6m

    No direct

    14:22
    Darlington
    Train W33895-2T17 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain C28941-1W16 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    E-ticket

    From £47.10
  8. 13:42
    Leeds

    55m

    Direct

    14:37
    Darlington
    Train C12259-1P25 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    C12259-1P25

    E-ticket

    From £7.90
  9. 14:08
    Leeds

    51m

    Direct

    14:59
    Darlington
    Train G25102-1S43 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    G25102-1S43

    E-ticket

    From £8.70
  10. 14:16
    Leeds

    1h 4m

    No direct

    15:20
    Darlington
    Train W33898-2T19 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–SatTrain C28881-1S18 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    E-ticket

    From £47.10
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    Leeds to Darlington Train Route Details

    The Leeds to Darlington train ticket is £7.90. The average travel time is 50m, covering a distance of approximately 81 miles. There are usually 56 daily trains provided by TransPennine Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

    First train
    04:31
    Last train
    22:42
    Departure station
    Leeds
    Arrival station
    Darlington
    Journey time
    50m
    Distance
    81 miles
    Price
    £7.90
    Train Operators
    TransPennine Express

    Choose Leeds to Darlington Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Leeds to Darlington. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train 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.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on Leeds to Darlington Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Leeds to Darlington train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

    TypeDiscount
    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £28.10 Save £9.27
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £28.10 Save £9.27
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £28.10 Save £9.27
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom £28.10 Save £9.27

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    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are travelling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    Leeds to Darlington train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Leeds to Darlington?

      The first train from Leeds to Darlington is at 04:31.
    • Are there direct trains from Leeds to Darlington?

      No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Darlington, and passengers would need to make 1 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Leeds to Darlington ?

      The train journey from Leeds to Darlington typically takes an average of 1h 3m, with the fastest journey duration being around 50m.
    • How much is a train from Leeds to Darlington ?

      The cost of a train from Leeds to Darlington can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at £7.90 and the average price being around £28.10.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Leeds to Darlington ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30–18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.