Durham to Darlington by train

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Overview: trains from Durham to Darlington

Find the key information for travelling by train from Durham 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 04:59 View journey
Last train 22:59 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 15m View journey
Distance (km) 29
Trains / day 68 View all
Cheapest journey €5.86 View journey
Avg journey time 17m
Train operators 7

Durham to Darlington train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Durham to Darlington take around 15 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 29 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Durham is scheduled to depart at around  04:59. The last departure is usually at around 22:59 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Durham at around 04:59, with the last train leaving at around 22:40. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 68 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €5.86.

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 Durham to Darlington?

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

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

The Durham to Darlington train travel takes about 15 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Durham to Darlington train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Darlington leaving Durham at around 04:59 and the last train leaving at around 22:59 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Durham at around 04:59, with the final departure at 22:40.

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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.