Darlington to Crewe by train

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Overview: trains from Darlington to Crewe

Find the key information for travelling by train from Darlington to Crewe, 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 05:23 View journey
Last train 23:26 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 46m View journey
Distance (km) 170
Trains / day 44 View all
Cheapest journey US$97.07 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 36m
Train operators 14

Going from Darlington to Crewe by train

About to set off from Darlington to Crewe by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of train travel from Darlington to Crewe

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Darlington to Crewe:

  • Cheapest ticket: US$97.07

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Darlington to Crewe departure frequency and train timetable

With 44 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 18 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:03 and the last one is at 23:26. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:23, with the last one at 22:31.

Train duration for trips from Darlington to Crewe

The swiftest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 46 minutes, crossing a total distance of 170 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Darlington and Crewe?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Darlington and Crewe 5 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn more about train travel from Darlington to Crewe

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 Crewe city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Darlington to Crewe

Want to know more about your journey from Darlington to Crewe? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Darlington and Crewe is 170 kilometres.

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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.