From Darlington to Wakefield by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Darlington to Wakefield by train. With 24 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Darlington and Wakefield: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £12.69, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train schedule for travel between Darlington and Wakefield

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 24 trains make this journey of 93 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Darlington is at 07:10 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 20:13.

During the weekend, 07:15 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 20:15 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 31 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Darlington to Wakefield?

This journey covers a total of 93 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 1 hour and 6 minutes.

Booking time frame: Darlington to Wakefield trains

Tickets for travel to Wakefield along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Learn more about train travel from Darlington to Wakefield

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Wakefield city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Darlington to Wakefield by train?

The trip from Darlington to Wakefield covers a distance of 93 kilometres.

What is the Darlington to Wakefield train price?

The lowest price available on this route is £12.69. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

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

You can start booking tickets for this route 5 months in advance.

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

The fastest jouney takes 1 hour and 6 minutes.