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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£89
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£89
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 38 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 38 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Darlington to London Heathrow Airport, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 347 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 38 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.
7:583h38Darlington11:36London Heathrow Airport£891One-way0 changes
- 7:583h38Darlington11:36London Heathrow Airport£891One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Darlington to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, while a flight costs an average of £129.
Distance: 347 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£95 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £129 Average Price | £81 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Darlington to London Heathrow Airport:
A coach is £57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darlington to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £95.
A coach is £91 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Darlington to London Heathrow Airport costing on average £129.
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 25m.
Coach takes on average 7h 33m.
You'll arrive about 58m sooner (3h 25m by train vs 4h 23m by car). Tickets start at around £95 compared to roughly £81 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Darlington to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:58 Darlington | 3h38 | 11:36 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to London Heathrow Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Darlington to London Heathrow Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 347 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 347 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 21:29 |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from Darlington to London Heathrow Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Darlington and London Heathrow Airport from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
FAQs: Darlington to London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Darlington and London Heathrow Airport
Most Darlington to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Darlington to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Darlington and London Heathrow Airport 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.
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