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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Derby to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Derby to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, while a train costs an average of €73.
Distance: 178 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€73 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Darlington:
A bus is €55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Darlington costing on average €73.
Other travel options to Darlington take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 35m.
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Why should you book Derby to Darlington trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Darlington.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Derby to Darlington.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Darlington
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Trains from Derby to Darlington run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway from Derby to Darlington trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Derby and Darlington from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway
FAQs: Trains from Derby to Darlington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Darlington 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 Darlington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Derby to Darlington
Most Derby to Darlington trains use the Derby to Darlington station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Darlington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Darlington leave from?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Darlington station do trains from Derby arrive at?
Getting to Darlington from Darlington city centre
Darlington train station facilities and services
Darlington has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Darlington.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Darlington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Darlington.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Darlington: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Darlington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Darlington: 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.
Most popular train connections from Derby
Most popular trains to and from Darlington and Derby
Most popular train connections to Darlington
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