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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington station (DAR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
- Cheapest price on 11 Nov
- £28
- Average ticket price on 11 Nov
- £53
- Fastest journey on 11 Nov
- 2 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on 11 Nov
- 2 h 22 m
- Trains on 11 Nov
- 21
- Distance
- 228 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington station (DAR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington station (DAR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
On Wed 11 Nov, we found 21 trains from Darlington station (DAR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM), including 21 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 228 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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.
G0118411:05 2h23 Darlington station (DAR) 13:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £28 1 One-way 0 changes- G01180
9:06 2h21 Darlington station (DAR) 11:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £28 1 One-way 0 changes - W29868
9:12 2h52 Darlington station (DAR) 12:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £40 1 One-way 0 changes - W29862
8:11 2h55 Darlington station (DAR) 11:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £40 1 One-way 0 changes - W29873
10:11 2h55 Darlington station (DAR) 13:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £40 1 One-way 0 changes
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19:06 2h20 Darlington station (DAR) 21:26 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £47 1 One-way 0 changes - G01180
9:06 2h21 Darlington station (DAR) 11:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £28 1 One-way 0 changes - W29937
15:06 2h21 Darlington station (DAR) 17:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £47 1 One-way 0 changes - G01184
11:05 2h23 Darlington station (DAR) 13:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £28 1 One-way 0 changes - W29935
13:05 2h23 Darlington station (DAR) 15:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) £42 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington station (DAR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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Trains from Darlington station (DAR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 19:11. The fastest train covers the 228 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 228 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 4:52 |
Last train 19:11 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Frequently asked questions about your Darlington station (DAR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trip
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Live departures
Darlington station (DAR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington station (DAR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01161 | Delayed 15:48 15:12Darlington station (DAR) | 2h55 | 18:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29909 | Delayed 16:13 16:11Darlington station (DAR) | 2h56 | 19:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 11 November | |||||
| W29925 | 6:54 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h34 | 9:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01140 | 7:10 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h54 | 10:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29862 | 8:11 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h55 | 11:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01180 | 9:06 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h21 | 11:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29868 | 9:12 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h52 | 12:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29873 | 10:11 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h55 | 13:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01184 | 11:05 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h23 | 13:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01148 | 11:12 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h52 | 14:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29884 | 12:13 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h53 | 15:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29935 | 13:05 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h23 | 15:28 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01153 | 13:11 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h53 | 16:04 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01154 | 14:11 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h55 | 17:06 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29937 | 15:06 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h21 | 17:27 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01161 | 15:12 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h55 | 18:07 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Darlington station (DAR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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FAQs: Darlington station (DAR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington station (DAR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) 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 Birmingham New Street (BHM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Darlington station (DAR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Most Darlington station (DAR) to Birmingham New Street (BHM) trains use the Darlington to Birmingham New Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Darlington station (DAR) and Birmingham New Street (BHM) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Most popular train connections from Darlington station (DAR)
Most popular trains to and from Birmingham New Street (BHM) and Darlington station (DAR)
Most popular train connections to Birmingham New Street (BHM)
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