Darlington to Burscough train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Burscough

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£83

Average price

£83

Fastest journey

4 h

Average duration

4 h

Trains per day

1

Distance

134 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Burscough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Darlington to Burscough will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Darlington for Burscough every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 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.

TransPennine Express
04:104h00
Darlington
08:10Burscough
£831One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Darlington to Burscough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Burscough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £83.

Distance: 134 km

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£83

Average Price

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3h 3m

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Darlington to Burscough train times

The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Burscough trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:31
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_express04:10 Darlington
4h00
08:10 Burscough0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Darlington to Burscough

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Trains from Darlington to Burscough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £83 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 11:41. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 4h 0m.

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 £28
Distance
134 km
Average train duration
3h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£83
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
4h 0m
First train
06:18
Last train
11:41
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 £28

Train companies: TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Darlington to Burscough trainsTransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Darlington and Burscough from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£83
TransPennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 38m
Cheapest Price
£111
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Darlington to Burscough train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Burscough 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 Burscough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Darlington to Burscough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £83, while the average price tends to be around £83.
The train journey from Darlington to Burscough covers a distance of 134 km and takes approximately 4h 0m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Darlington to Burscough is 134 km.
The first train from Darlington to Burscough leaves at 6:18.
The last train from Darlington to Burscough departs at 11:41.
Trains from Darlington to Burscough run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Darlington to Burscough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Darlington to Burscough.
To get from Darlington to Burscough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Darlington to Burscough.
The train station in Darlington that goes to Burscough is Darlington station (DAR), and it arrives at Burscough Bridge (BCB).
The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Burscough is by coach, costing approximately £28.
Booking trains from Darlington to Burscough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Darlington to Burscough offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through picturesque countryside and small towns, providing a generally scenic experience.
A day trip from Darlington to Burscough is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 0m. However, there are 8 trains per day available for this route.
A visit to Burscough can be comfortably enjoyed in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore local attractions such as the Burscough Wharf and the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Darlington to Burscough.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Darlington and Burscough

Darlington
Burscough
The major train station for departures in Darlington is Darlington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Darlington for your trip from Darlington to Burscough.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Accessibility
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
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
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
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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