The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Darlington
Cheapest price
€136
Average price
€236
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
349 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Darlington will cost around €236 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €136.
Of the 6 trains that leave London for Darlington on Wed, Dec 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 349 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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.
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C41049Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €53.
Distance: 349 km
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€98 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €259 Average price |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
London to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Darlington trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C41049 | On time 8:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h29 | 10:32 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C41050+ C75377 | On time 8:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h23 | 10:53 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 1 transfer | |
Y11882 | On time 8:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h28 | 11:01 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C41053 | On time 9:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h29 | 11:32 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y11884 | On time 9:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h28 | 12:01 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C41110 | On time 10:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h29 | 12:32 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y11942 | On time 8:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h28 | 10:31 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y11910 | On time 8:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h29 | 11:02 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y11913 | On time 9:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h34 | 11:37 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y11915 | On time 10:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h44 | 12:47 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:26 AM London | 2h32 | 9:58 AM Darlington | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from London to Darlington
Trains from London to Darlington run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 349 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 349 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:08 |
Train companies: LNER, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Trains, First Hull Trains from London to Darlington trainsLNER, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Trains, First Hull Trains trains will get you between London and Darlington from €15. 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 London to Darlington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from London Kings Cross, which is located around 2.2 miles (3.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Darlington, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Darlington
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- 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
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed there are 2 entrances to the staton, one is via steep steps 11 in total, the other is via a stepped ramps and about 40-50 metres in length.
- 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
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station.Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops 150 yards from the railway bridge
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