Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Darlington | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Darlington | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Darlington | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Darlington | Birmingham New Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Darlington | Birmingham New Street | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Darlington to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 401, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Average priceR 1 053 - R 1 077 | Average duration5h 20m | 6kg CO₂e | |
| Average priceR 859 - R 7 795 | Average duration2h 55m | 5kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 401 - R 448 | Average duration3h 20m | 10kg CO₂e |
Train Companies
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 R 859
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Darlington to Birmingham by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Darlington to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Darlington to Birmingham start from R 859. The average price for this train route is around R 3 216. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Darlington to Birmingham?
The average train journey time from Darlington to Birmingham is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 229 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 20m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Darlington to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Darlington to Birmingham?
The earliest train from Darlington to Birmingham departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 20:11.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Darlington to Birmingham was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 629To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Darlington to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 629 to R 6 372 for a train ticket from Darlington to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 640, which is on 2025-12-15.
