The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Dundee
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Dundee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Dundee will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Of the 3 trains that leave Darlington for Dundee 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 233 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 43 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.
9:073h30Darlington12:37Dundee£341One-way0 changes
17:073h43Darlington20:50Dundee£541One-way0 changes
8:343h12Darlington11:46Dundee£651One-way0 changes
8:343h12Darlington11:46Dundee£651One-way0 changes
9:073h30Darlington12:37Dundee£341One-way0 changes
17:073h43Darlington20:50Dundee£541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Darlington to Dundee
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £34, and a coach costs an average of £76.
Distance: 233 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£54 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Darlington to Dundee train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Dundee 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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![]() | 7:34 Darlington | 3h12 | 10:46 Dundee | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Darlington to Dundee.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Dundee
Trains from Darlington to Dundee run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 20:35. The fastest train covers the 233 km distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 233 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 5:41 |
Last train 20:35 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country from Darlington to Dundee trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country trains will get you between Darlington and Dundee from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Darlington to Dundee train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Dundee 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 Dundee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Darlington and Dundee
Most Darlington to Dundee trains use the Darlington to Dundee station pair, with some services arriving at Broughty Ferry. Use this guide to compare Darlington and Dundee train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Darlington station do trains to Dundee leave from?
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 North Road from Darlington city centre
North Road is 1 km from Darlington city centre. Public transport options include:
North Road train station facilities and services
North Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at North Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at North Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at North Road: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at North Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed there are 2 entrances to the staton, one is via steep steps 11 in total, the other is via a stepped ramps and about 40-50 metres in length, 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 Dundee station do trains from Darlington arrive at?
Getting to Dundee from Dundee city centre
Dundee train station facilities and services
Dundee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dundee.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dundee.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dundee. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Dundee: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dundee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dundee: 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. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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 Broughty Ferry from Dundee city centre
Broughty Ferry is 5 km from Dundee city centre. Public transport options include:
Broughty Ferry train station facilities and services
Broughty Ferry has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Broughty Ferry.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Broughty Ferry: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Broughty Ferry: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Broughty Ferry: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Accessible to both platforms - level crossing between platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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