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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Edinburgh will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 12 trains that leave Darlington for Edinburgh every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 59 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.
G8022413:342h00Darlington station (DAR)15:34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£381One-way0 changes- G8020510:341h56Darlington station (DAR)12:30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£381One-way0 changes
- G801999:341h59Darlington station (DAR)11:33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£431One-way0 changes
- G8022814:341h53Darlington station (DAR)16:27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£451One-way0 changes
G0106414:081h59Darlington station (DAR)16:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£461One-way0 changes
- G8022814:341h53Darlington station (DAR)16:27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£451One-way0 changes
- G8021612:341h53Darlington station (DAR)14:27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£531One-way0 changes
- C019718:341h54Darlington station (DAR)10:28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£531One-way0 changes
- G8020510:341h56Darlington station (DAR)12:30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£381One-way0 changes
- G0106414:081h59Darlington station (DAR)16:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Darlington to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £92.
Distance: 190 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £308 Average Price |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 42m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Darlington to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01971 | 8:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h54 | 10:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66982 | 9:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h01 | 11:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80199 | 9:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h59 | 11:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01055 | 10:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h05 | 12:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80205 | 10:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h56 | 12:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G66987 | 11:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h03 | 13:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01060 | 12:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h03 | 14:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80216 | 12:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h53 | 14:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01062 | 13:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h03 | 15:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Edinburgh
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Trains from Darlington to Edinburgh run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 3:00 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country from Darlington to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country trains will get you between Darlington and Edinburgh from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Darlington to Edinburgh
Edinburgh is just under 160 miles north of Darlington, the train line runs along the North Sea coastline for the second half of the route. The journey between Darlington and Edinburgh takes approximately 3 hours on a direct route, occasionally a change is required adding up to an hour to the total travel time. All trains depart from Darlington Train Station and arrive at Edinburgh Waverley Train Station. Trains from Darlington to Edinburgh run on average every 30-60 minutes from approximately 6:00 a.m. to around midnight. Virgin trains East Coast, Northern Rail and CrossCountry operate trains on this route.
FAQs: Darlington to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Darlington and Edinburgh
Most Darlington to Edinburgh trains use the Darlington to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Darlington and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Darlington station do trains to Edinburgh 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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 automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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 Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
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 Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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