Travelling from Wakefield to Darlington by train

Considering a train trip from Wakefield to Darlington? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost for travel between Wakefield and Darlington

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is £30.10, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 4 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Wakefield to Darlington departure timetable

On this route, 19 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Wakefield at 07:37 and the last leaving at 19:51 during the week.

For weekend travel to Darlington, the earliest departure is at 06:08 and the last one is at 19:51. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 54 minutes.

Average train travel time from Wakefield to Darlington

The quickest time by train is 1 hour and 6 minutes, travelling a total distance of 93 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Wakefield and Darlington

Tickets for travel between Wakefield and Darlington can be booked 4 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Making the most of your trip to Darlington

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Darlington.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Wakefield to Darlington by train?

The train journey between Wakefield and Darlington spans 93 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Wakefield to Darlington?

The lowest price on this route is £30.10. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

When can I start booking my Wakefield to Darlington train tickets?

You can purchase tickets for this route 4 months in advance.

How long does the train take from Wakefield to Darlington?

The fastest travel time is 1 hour and 6 minutes.