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The cheapest and fastest trains from Crawley to Darlington
Showing times and prices for 26 Nov
Cheapest price
£218
Average price
£218
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
390 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crawley to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crawley to Darlington will cost around £218 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £218.
Fast trains
To travel from Crawley to Darlington you need to make at least one change.
05:384h25
Crawley10:03Darlington
£2181One-way
1 change
06:074h59
Crawley11:06Darlington
£2181One-way
1 change
07:094h13
Crawley11:22Darlington
£2181One-way
1 change
07:394h24
Crawley12:03Darlington
£2181One-way
1 change
08:394h27
Crawley13:06Darlington
£2181One-way
1 change
16:384h12
Crawley20:50Darlington
£2181One-way
1 change
07:094h13
Crawley11:22Darlington
£2181One-way
1 change
11:084h13
Crawley15:21Darlington
£2181One-way
1 change
15:384h20
Crawley19:58Darlington
£2181One-way
1 change
07:394h24
Crawley12:03Darlington
£2181One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Crawley to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crawley to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £47, and a train costs an average of £95.
Distance: 390 km
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£141 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Crawley to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Crawley to Darlington trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:15
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:38 Crawley | 4h25 | 10:03 Darlington | 1 change | |
| 06:07 Crawley | 4h59 | 11:06 Darlington | 1 change | |
| 07:09 Crawley | 4h13 | 11:22 Darlington | 1 change | |
| 07:39 Crawley | 4h24 | 12:03 Darlington | 1 change | |
| 08:39 Crawley | 4h27 | 13:06 Darlington | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crawley to Darlington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Crawley to Darlington run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £95 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:45, the last at 20:49. The fastest train covers the 390 km distance in 3h 58m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £30
Distance 390 km |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £95 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 02:45 |
Last train 20:49 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £30
Train companies: Thameslink from Crawley to Darlington trainsThameslink trains will get you between Crawley and Darlington from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thameslink
About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 12m
Cheapest Price
£219
Thameslink frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
FAQs: Crawley to Darlington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crawley 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.
A day trip from Crawley to Darlington is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 58m. There are 11 trains per day for this route.
Two to three days in Darlington should be sufficient to explore its key attractions, including the Head of Steam Railway Museum, South Park, and the Darlington Hippodrome, while also enjoying the local dining and shopping experiences.
The train distance from Crawley to Darlington is 390 km.
The train journey from Crawley to Darlington covers a distance of 390 km and takes approximately 3h 58m. Trains run 11 per day.
The first train from Crawley to Darlington leaves at 2:45.
The last train from Crawley to Darlington departs at 20:49.
Trains from Crawley to Darlington run approximately 11 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Crawley to Darlington.
There is no night train service from Crawley to Darlington.
To get from Crawley to Darlington, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The train journey from Crawley to Darlington offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, rolling hills, and picturesque towns along the route, particularly as you travel through regions like the North East of England.
Booking trains from Crawley to Darlington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Crawley to Darlington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £95, while the average price tends to be around £141.
The cheapest way to get from Crawley to Darlington is by coach, costing approximately £30.
The train station in Crawley that goes to Darlington is Gatwick Airport (GTW), and it arrives at Darlington station (DAR).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Crawley to Darlington.
Yes, you can take the train from Crawley to Darlington.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Crawley and Darlington
Crawley
Darlington
The major train station for departures in Crawley is Crawley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Crawley for your trip from Crawley to Darlington.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:10 - 20:20 Sunday 08:40 - 18:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage location: Station car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 05:55 - 22:15 Sunday 06:40 - 20:45
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms 2 and 3
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated waiting areas are available on platforms 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside station, alongside walkway between ticket office and gateline
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Darlington is Darlington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Darlington for your journey to Darlington from Crawley.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Darlington
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
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