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Explore cheap prices from London to Darlington

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from London to Darlington, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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US$33.51
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US$29.33
Thu25Sep
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US$21.96
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London to Darlington train prices and times

Planning a journey from London to Darlington? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$21.96, with average prices for this route around US$34.86. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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06:15
2h 53m, Direct
London Kings Cross
09:08
Darlington
LNER
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07:00
2h 22m, Direct
London Kings Cross
09:22
Darlington
LNER
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07:30
2h 33m, Direct
London Kings Cross
10:03
Darlington
LNER
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08:00
2h 22m, Direct
London Kings Cross
10:22
Darlington
LNER
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08:03
2h 42m, No direct
London Kings Cross
10:45
Darlington
LNERCrossCountry
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08:26
2h 32m, No direct
London Kings Cross
10:58
Paris
Grand CentralCrossCountry
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London to Darlington train route details

First train
First train
06:15
Last train
Last train
23:33
Departure station
Departure station
London
Arrival station
Arrival station
Darlington
Journey time
Journey time
2h 19m
Distance
Distance
351 km
Price
Price
US$21.96*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Grand Central, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Darlington

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between London and Darlington, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.
Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London to Darlington. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London to Darlington 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%

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 London to Darlington, 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London to Darlington ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London to Darlington 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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