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St Helens Central to Darlington train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from St Helens Central to Darlington, starting from NZD 155.77 and averaging NZD 169.50. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 40m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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05:52
St Helens Central
08:47
Darlington
2h 55m, No directNorthernTransPennine Express
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06:14
St Helens Central
09:14
Darlington
3h 0m, No directNorthernTransPennine ExpressCrossCountry
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06:38
St Helens Central
09:47
Darlington
3h 9m, No directNorthernTransPennine Express
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07:01
St Helens Central
09:47
Darlington
2h 46m, No directNorthernTransPennine Express
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07:14
St Helens Central
10:22
Darlington
3h 8m, No directNorthernTransPennine ExpressLNER
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07:38
St Helens Central
10:50
Paris
3h 12m, No directNorthernTransPennine Express
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St Helens Central to Darlington train route details

First train
First train
05:52
Last train
Last train
23:18
Departure station
Departure station
St Helens Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Darlington
Journey time
Journey time
2h 40m
Distance
Distance
142 km
Price
Price
NZD 155.77*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from St Helens Central to Darlington

Travelling in off-peak train times

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 St Helens Central to Darlington can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 St Helens Central 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%

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

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 St Helens Central to Darlington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.