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Thornaby to Darlington train prices and times
Looking to travel from Thornaby to Darlington? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £1.90, with average prices for this route around £2.00.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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05:54 Thornaby | 06:19 Darlington | 25m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:25 Thornaby | 07:07 Darlington | 42m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:55 Thornaby | 07:17 Darlington | 22m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:32 Thornaby | 07:56 Darlington | 24m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:54 Thornaby | 08:18 Darlington | 24m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:31 Thornaby | 08:53 Paris | 22m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Thornaby to Darlington train route details

First train
05:54

Last train
23:32

Journey time
21m

Distance
11 miles

Price
£1.90*
How to book cheap train tickets from Thornaby to Darlington

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 Thornaby to Darlington can result in significant cost savings.

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 Thornaby 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%
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 Thornaby to Darlington 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 of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Thornaby to Darlington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Thornaby to Darlington train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Thornaby to Darlington with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
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.Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
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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*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%.