Carlisle to Darlington by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Carlisle to Darlington? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 98 kilometres.

Train cost between Carlisle to Darlington

Getting from Carlisle to Darlington by rail typically costs £11.30, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train schedule for travel between Carlisle and Darlington

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 56 trains make this journey of 98 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Carlisle is at 05:57 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:06.

During the weekend, 06:25 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:04 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 10 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Carlisle and Darlington

The route’s fastest journey takes 1 hour and 57 minutes, covering a total of 98 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Carlisle and Darlington?

Tickets along this route go on sale 4 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Additional information on train travel from Carlisle to Darlington

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Darlington city guide to start planning your getaway.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Carlisle to Darlington by train?

The train route from Carlisle to Darlington covers 98 kilometres.

How much does a train ticket from Carlisle to Darlington cost?

The cheapest ticket on this route is £11.30. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Carlisle to Darlington train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 4 months in advance of the departure date.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Darlington?

The fastest journey on this route takes 1 hour and 57 minutes.