How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Darlington?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Darlington start from £21. The average price for this train route is around £56. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Darlington?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Darlington is 1h 51m, covering a distance of 77 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 43m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Darlington route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 8 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 07:00. And the latest train departs at 21:32.

Train Manchester to Darlington from £19

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Darlington on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:00	Manchester Victoria	1h 44m	16:44	Darlington	CheapestFastest
Train	15:04	Manchester Airport	2h 43m	17:47	Darlington	No tags
Train	15:04	Manchester Airport	2h 43m	17:47	Darlington	No tags
Train	16:04	Manchester Airport	2h 43m	18:47	Darlington	No tags
Train	16:04	Manchester Airport	2h 43m	18:47	Darlington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:41 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

78 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£10 - £31	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£21 - £121	Average duration1h 51m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £11	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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

Manchester

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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

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 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 £21

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Darlington by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Darlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Darlington start from £21. The average price for this train route is around £56. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Darlington?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Darlington is 1h 51m, covering a distance of 77 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 43m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Darlington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 8 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 07:00. And the latest train departs at 21:32.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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£43

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£42

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£20

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£20

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£19

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Darlington was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 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 £117 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 2025-12-17.