Preston to Darlington by train
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Overview: trains from Preston to Darlington
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Taking the train from Preston to Darlington
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Train cost between Preston to Darlington
Getting from Preston to Darlington by rail typically costs US$71.30, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.
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Train schedule for travel between Preston and Darlington
While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 60 trains make this journey of 114 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Preston is at 00:37 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:42.
During the weekend, 00:57 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:35 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 8 minutes.
Preston to Darlington train duration
Trains on this route travel a distance of 114 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 2 hours and 45 minutes.
When are tickets between Preston and Darlington available for purchase?
Tickets for trains between Preston and Darlington can be purchased 5 and a half months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.
Maximising your travels to Darlington
For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Darlington.
FAQs about the train journey from Preston to Darlington
Want to know more about your journey from Preston to Darlington? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train journey from Preston to Darlington covers 114 kilometres in total.
The cheapest tickets for this route start at US$71.30. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .
Tickets for this route become available 5 and a half months before the travel date.
The fastest travel time is 2 hours and 45 minutes.
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