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

The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Darlington start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £85. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Darlington?

The average train journey time from Sheffield to Darlington is 1h 37m, covering a distance of 79 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 13m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Darlington route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Sheffield to Darlington departs at 07:21. And the latest train departs at 18:21.

Train Sheffield to Darlington from £14

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Sheffield to Darlington on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:21	Sheffield	1h 38m	17:59	Darlington	No tags
Train	17:21	Sheffield	1h 39m	19:00	Darlington	No tags
Train	17:49	Sheffield	1h 40m	19:29	Darlington	No tags
Train	18:23	Sheffield	1h 41m	20:04	Darlington	No tags
Train	20:30	Sheffield	1h 13m	21:43	Darlington	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Sheffield to Darlington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 1 hour 37 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

1h 37mAverage duration

79 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£20 - £40	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£15 - £118	Average duration1h 37m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £11	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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

Sheffield

A
Meadowhall Interchange
Meadowhall Road (Interchange), Sheffield S9
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Darlington

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

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £15

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Darlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Sheffield to Darlington start from £15. The average price for this train route is around £85. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sheffield to Darlington?
The average train journey time from Sheffield to Darlington is 1h 37m, covering a distance of 79 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 13m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Sheffield to Darlington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sheffield to Darlington?
The earliest train from Sheffield to Darlington departs at 07:21. And the latest train departs at 18:21.