The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Darlington
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- €27
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- €27
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 1 h 44 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 1 h 44 m
- Trains on Nov 04
- 1
- Distance
- 127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Darlington will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 1 trains from Sheffield to Darlington, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 127 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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.

10:22 AM 1h44 Sheffield 12:06 PM Darlington €27 1 One-way 0 transfers

10:22 AM 1h44 Sheffield 12:06 PM Darlington €27 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Darlington
Trains from Sheffield to Darlington run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 127 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 127 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 11:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway from Sheffield to Darlington trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Sheffield and Darlington from €14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Sheffield and Darlington
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Sheffield to Darlington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Darlington
Most Sheffield to Darlington trains use the Sheffield to Darlington station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Darlington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Darlington leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Darlington station do trains from Sheffield 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.
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