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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Darlington
Cheapest price
£113
Average price
£125
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Darlington will cost around £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £113.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bournemouth for Darlington every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 424 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £101.
Distance: 424 km
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£124 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 31m Average total duration 12h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Darlington trains for tomorrow, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 04:15 Bournemouth | 5h52 | 10:07 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:55 Bournemouth | 5h27 | 10:22 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:22 Bournemouth | 5h44 | 15:06 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Darlington
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Trains from Bournemouth to Darlington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £101 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 424 km distance in 5h 22m.
Distance 424 km |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £101 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 22m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 21:48 |
Train companies: LNER, Cross Country, South Western Railway from Bournemouth to Darlington trainsLNER, Cross Country, South Western Railway trains will get you between Bournemouth and Darlington from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Darlington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Darlington by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Darlington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Darlington
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
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Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones
- Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets can be accessed from all platforms. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Reception on Platform 1 upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
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