How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Darlington?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Darlington start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $99. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Manchester to Darlington?

The average train trip from Manchester to Darlington takes 2h 44m and covers 124 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Darlington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Darlington?

The earliest train from Manchester to Darlington departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 9:45pm.

Train Manchester to Darlington from $19

Next train departures

Next departures for Manchester to Darlington on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:00pm	Manchester Victoria	1h 49m	5:49pm	Darlington	Cheapest
Train	4:00pm	Manchester Victoria	1h 49m	5:49pm	Darlington	Fastest
Train	4:04pm	Manchester Airport	2h 45m	6:49pm	Darlington	No tags
Train	4:04pm	Manchester Airport	2h 45m	6:49pm	Darlington	No tags
Train	5:04pm	Manchester Airport	2h 44m	7:48pm	Darlington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:30 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Darlington

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

125 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $103	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $225	Average Duration2h 44m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $20	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Manchester and Darlington?

Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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Darlington

A
Dinsdale
Dinsdale, Middleton St George, Darlington DL2 1UE, UK

Train companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/523 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi5

Based on 23 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at $20

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Darlington by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Darlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Darlington start at $20. The average price for this train route is around $99. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Manchester to Darlington?
The average train trip from Manchester to Darlington takes 2h 44m and covers 124 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 47m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Darlington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Darlington?
The earliest train from Manchester to Darlington departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 9:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-24

$80

01-25

$92

Today

$77

01-27

$49

01-28

No data

01-29

$19

01-30

No data

01-31

No data

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Darlington was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Darlington, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $19 to $214 for a train ticket from Manchester to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2026-01-29.