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Darlington to Gateshead train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Darlington to Gateshead, starting from SAR 47.56 and averaging SAR 51.14. The entire journey takes no more than 43m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
20:22 49m, No direct Darlington	21:11 Heworth	Tyne & Wear Metro	Find Tickets
20:45 48m, No direct Darlington	21:33 Metrocentre		Find Tickets
20:45 56m, No direct Darlington	21:41 Heworth	Tyne & Wear Metro	Find Tickets
21:00 52m, No direct Darlington	21:52 Heworth		Find Tickets
21:06 58m, No direct Darlington	22:04 Metrocentre		Find Tickets
21:06 1h 5m, No direct Darlington	22:11 Paris	Tyne & Wear Metro	Find Tickets

Darlington to Gateshead train route details

First train

00:55

Last train

22:22

Departure station

Darlington

Arrival station

Gateshead

Journey time

43m

Distance

49 km

Price

SAR 47.56*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Tyne & Wear Metro, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Gateshead

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Darlington to Gateshead can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Darlington to Gateshead for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Darlington to Gateshead, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Darlington to Gateshead more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Darlington to Gateshead train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Darlington to Gateshead train prices and times

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