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Darlington to Newcastle train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Darlington to Newcastle, starting from NZD 5.21 and averaging NZD 12.00. The entire journey takes no more than 26m. 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	Duration	Find Tickets
19:21 Darlington	19:48 Newcastle	27m, Direct	Find Tickets
19:40 Darlington	20:13 Newcastle	33m, Direct	Find Tickets
19:58 Darlington	20:28 Newcastle	30m, Direct	Find Tickets
20:03 Darlington	20:32 Newcastle	29m, Direct	Find Tickets
20:08 Darlington	20:39 Newcastle	31m, Direct	Find Tickets
20:30 Darlington	20:57 Paris	27m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Darlington to Newcastle train route details

First train

08:02

Last train

23:50

Departure station

Darlington

Arrival station

Newcastle

Journey time

26m

Distance

50 km

Price

NZD 5.21*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Newcastle

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 Newcastle 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 Newcastle 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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Darlington to Newcastle, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Darlington to Newcastle more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Darlington to Newcastle 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 Newcastle train prices and times

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