Shrewsbury to Darlington by train

From Shrewsbury to Darlington by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Shrewsbury to Darlington by train. With 28 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 Shrewsbury and Darlington

Average fares along this route:

• The cheapest ticket price: £120.20

• Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

• Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

• Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

• Travel with a budget train operator

• Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

• Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

• Select a non-flexible fare

• Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

• Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Shrewsbury to Darlington train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Shrewsbury to Darlington is at 05:18 and the last is at 23:32. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 06:44 and the last one is at 20:50. You can expect 28 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 21 minutes.

Shrewsbury to Darlington train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 216 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 3 hours and 13 minutes.

When do tickets between Shrewsbury and Darlington go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Shrewsbury and Darlington 4 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Learn more about train travel from Shrewsbury to Darlington

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Shrewsbury and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Darlington city guide.