4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
€76
Average price
€76
Fastest journey
4 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Aberdeen will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €76.
Of the 1 trains that leave Darlington for Aberdeen on Mon, Dec 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 293 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 59 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Darlington to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €147.
Distance: 293 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€79 Average price | €282 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest |
5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Darlington to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Aberdeen trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:02 AM Darlington | 6h20 | 1:22 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:59 AM Darlington | 5h11 | 4:10 PM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Aberdeen
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Trains from Darlington to Aberdeen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €62 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 293 km distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 293 km |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €62 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 20:07 |
Train companies: LNER, ScotRail, Cross Country from Darlington to Aberdeen trainsLNER, ScotRail, Cross Country trains will get you between Darlington and Aberdeen from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Darlington to Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Aberdeen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Darlington, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Aberdeen, located 0 miles (5 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Darlington to Aberdeen
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones
- Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets can be accessed from all platforms. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Reception on Platform 1 upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
WifiParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Fully Accessible - lifts and footbridge Blue Badge spaces: 3
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park at the end of Station Road
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