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Gateshead to Darlington train prices and times

Planning a journey from Gateshead to Darlington? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £9.30, with average prices for this route around £10.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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09:09 48m, 1 change Heworth	09:57 Darlington	Find Tickets
09:23 47m, 1 change Heworth	10:10 Darlington	Find Tickets
09:32 53m, 1 change Heworth	10:25 Darlington	Find Tickets
09:34 51m, 1 change Metrocentre	10:25 Darlington	Find Tickets
09:48 1h 32m, 1 change Heworth	11:20 Darlington	Find Tickets
10:04 53m, 1 change Metrocentre	10:57 Paris	Find Tickets

Gateshead to Darlington train route details

First train

06:11

Last train

23:26

Departure city

Gateshead

Arrival city

Darlington

Journey time

46m

Distance

31 miles

Price

£9.30*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Tyne & Wear Metro, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Gateshead to Darlington

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Gateshead to Darlington. 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 for greater savings

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 Gateshead to Darlington, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gateshead to Darlington ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Gateshead to Darlington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gateshead to Darlington 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 tickets
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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
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These are valid for both the 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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