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

The average train ticket price from Birmingham to Darlington is $187. The best way to find train tickets from Birmingham to Darlington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Birmingham to Darlington?

A train trip between Birmingham and Darlington is around 2h 56m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 17m. This is the time it takes to travel the 142 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Birmingham and Darlington?

The number of trains from Birmingham to Darlington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Birmingham to Darlington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Birmingham to Darlington?

When taking the train from Birmingham to Darlington, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry.

Train Birmingham to Darlington from $37

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Darlington on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	2h 55m	10:58am	Darlington	Cheapest
Train	10:27am	Birmingham New Street	2h 17m	12:44pm	Darlington	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	2h 55m	9:58am	Darlington	No tags
Train	7:03am	Birmingham New Street	2h 55m	9:58am	Darlington	No tags
Train	8:03am	Birmingham New Street	2h 55m	10:58am	Darlington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:58 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Darlington

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

141 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $62	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$39 - $456	Average Duration2h 56m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $20	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

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. Travelers 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 $39

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham to Darlington by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/16

$84

11/17

$48

Today

$111

11/19

$93

11/20

$59

11/21

No data

11/22

No data

11/23

$174

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Darlington was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $425 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $59 which is on 2025-11-20.