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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Colchester to Darlington
Cheapest price
£162
Average price
£162
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colchester to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colchester to Darlington will cost around £162 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £162.
To travel from Colchester to Darlington you need to make at least 2 changes.
0:199h13Colchester9:32Darlington£1621One-way2 changes- 7:204h12Colchester11:32Darlington£1621One-way2 changes
- 9:184h14Colchester13:32Darlington£1621One-way2 changes
- 11:214h11Colchester15:32Darlington£1621One-way2 changes
- 13:174h15Colchester17:32Darlington£1621One-way2 changes
- 11:214h11Colchester15:32Darlington£1621One-way2 changes
- 7:204h12Colchester11:32Darlington£1621One-way2 changes
- 17:184h12Colchester21:30Darlington£1621One-way2 changes
- 9:184h14Colchester13:32Darlington£1621One-way2 changes
- 15:184h14Colchester19:32Darlington£1621One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Colchester to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £66. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £66, and a coach costs an average of £69.
Distance: 335 km
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4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Colchester to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Darlington trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:34 Colchester | 4h27 | 13:01 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 3 July | |||||
| 0:19 Colchester | 9h13 | 9:32 Darlington | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colchester to Darlington
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Trains from Colchester to Darlington run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 21:01. The fastest train covers the 335 km distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 335 km |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 4:56 |
Last train 21:01 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia from Colchester to Darlington trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia trains will get you between Colchester and Darlington from £66. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Colchester to Darlington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Colchester and Darlington
Most Colchester to Darlington trains use the Colchester to Darlington station pair. Use this guide to compare Colchester and Darlington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Colchester station do trains to Darlington leave from?
Getting to Colchester from Colchester city centre
Colchester is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Colchester train station facilities and services
Colchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Colchester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester. ATMs are available at Colchester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, 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: No.
Getting to Colchester Town from Colchester city centre
Colchester Town train station facilities and services
Colchester Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Colchester Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Colchester Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Colchester Town. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Colchester Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Colchester Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Colchester Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hythe (Essex) from Colchester city centre
Hythe (Essex) is 1 km from Colchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Hythe (Essex) train station facilities and services
Hythe (Essex) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hythe (Essex): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hythe (Essex): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hythe (Essex): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Darlington station do trains from Colchester arrive at?
Getting to Darlington from Darlington city centre
Darlington train station facilities and services
Darlington has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Darlington.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Darlington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Darlington.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Darlington: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Darlington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Darlington: 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.
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