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Compare 3 ways to go from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington start at $10. The average price for this train route is around $19. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington?
The average train trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington takes 30m and covers 50 km. The quickest train gets you there in 27m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators serve the Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Northern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington?
The earliest train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington departs at 7:04am. The latest train departs at 10:52pm.
What is the best train operator from Newcastle upon Tyne 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newcastle upon Tyne 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.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Newcastle upon Tyne 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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $9 to $58 for a train ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually Northern, 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.
