Train from York to Darlington: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for York to Darlington on December 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transpennine ExpressTrain
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CrossCountryTrain
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London North Eastern RailwayTrain
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London North Eastern RailwayTrain
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Transpennine ExpressTrain
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DarlingtonNo tags

Get from York to Darlington

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 27 minutes, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day
27mAverage Duration
70 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from York 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from York to Darlington?

    The cheapest train tickets from York to Darlington start at $14. The average price for this train route is around $39. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from York to Darlington?

    The average train trip from York to Darlington takes 27m and covers 70 km. The quickest train gets you there in 26m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.

  3. Which train operators serve the York to Darlington route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from York to Darlington?

    The earliest train from York to Darlington departs at 7:02am. The latest train departs at 11:37pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from York to Darlington?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from York to Darlington?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the best on-time performance from York to Darlington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from York to Darlington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12-13
$16
12-14
$17
Today
$32
12-16
$13
12-17
$13
12-18
$13
12-19
$13
12-20
$21
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from York to Darlington was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $109 for a train ticket from York to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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