How much is the train ticket from Darlington to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Darlington to Manchester start from $27. The average price for this train route is around $84. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Darlington to Manchester?

The average train ride duration from Darlington to Manchester is 2h 26m, covering a distance of 85 miles (137 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 42m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators service the Darlington to Manchester route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Darlington to Manchester?

The earliest train departs from Darlington to Manchester at 7:17am. And the latest train departs at 9:29pm.

Train Darlington to Manchester from $25

Next train departures

Next departures for Darlington to Manchester on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:33am	Darlington	1h 46m	9:19am	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	8:36am	Darlington	1h 43m	10:19am	Manchester Victoria	Fastest
Train	7:33am	Darlington	1h 46m	9:19am	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	8:36am	Darlington	1h 43m	10:19am	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	9:37am	Darlington	1h 43m	11:20am	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:48 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Darlington to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage Duration

78 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $72	Average Duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $161	Average Duration2h 26m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $19	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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

Darlington

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

Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at $27

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Darlington to Manchester 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 Darlington to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Darlington to Manchester start from $27. The average price for this train route is around $84. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Darlington to Manchester?
The average train ride duration from Darlington to Manchester is 2h 26m, covering a distance of 85 miles (137 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 42m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators service the Darlington to Manchester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Darlington to Manchester?
The earliest train departs from Darlington to Manchester at 7:17am. And the latest train departs at 9:29pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$40

12/10

No data

Today

$26

12/12

No data

12/13

$56

12/14

No data

12/15

$33

12/16

$39

The cheapest trip from Darlington to Manchester was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $152 for a train ticket from Darlington to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-15.