The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 2 trains that leave Darlington station (DAR) for Manchester Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport 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 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 137 km
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2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport trains for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:11 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h49 | 11:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:35 Darlington station (DAR) | 3h33 | 13:08 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:10 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h50 | 13:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:35 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h33 | 13:08 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport by train or coach
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Why should you book Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare TransPennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport
Trains from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:28, the last at 11:35. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 07:28 |
Last train 11:35 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport trainsTransPennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Darlington station (DAR) and Manchester Airport 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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FAQs: Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Darlington station (DAR) and Manchester Airport
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
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