Bristol to Darlington by train

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Overview: trains from Bristol to Darlington

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bristol to Darlington, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:12 View journey
Last train 17:40 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 4hr 3m View journey
Distance (km) 341
Trains / day 31 View all
Cheapest journey US$77.50 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 28m
Train operators 1

Bristol to Darlington train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Bristol to Darlington by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Bristol to Darlington take around 4 hours and 3 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 341 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bristol is scheduled to depart at around  06:27. The last departure is usually at around 17:40 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bristol at around 06:12, with the last train leaving at around 17:40. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 31 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 5 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$77.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Darlington, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Darlington.

Is there a direct train from Bristol to Darlington?

Yes, there is a direct train from Bristol to Darlington.

How long does it take to travel from Bristol to Darlington?

The Bristol to Darlington train travel takes about 4 hours and 3 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bristol to Darlington train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Darlington leaving Bristol at around 06:27 and the last train leaving at around 17:40 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bristol at around 06:12, with the final departure at 17:40.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.