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London to Darlington train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London to Darlington, starting from £17.00 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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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:15 London Kings Cross	09:08 Darlington	2h 53m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:00 London Kings Cross	09:22 Darlington	2h 22m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:30 London Kings Cross	10:03 Darlington	2h 33m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:00 London Kings Cross	10:22 Darlington	2h 22m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:03 London Kings Cross	10:45 Darlington	2h 42m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:26 London Kings Cross	10:58 Paris	2h 32m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London to Darlington train route details

First train

06:15

Last train

23:35

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Darlington

Journey time

2h 19m

Distance

218 miles

Price

£17.00*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Darlington

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between London and Darlington on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London to Darlington during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 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 London to Darlington, 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%

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.

London to Darlington train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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