Darlington to Redcar train with Northern Rail

Fri 03 Jul
+ Add return
Northern Rail
Northern Trains Limited
Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway
Regionale
2,000+ travel companies
Northern Rail
Northern Trains Limited
Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway
Regionale
2,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews
  • Northern Rail
    10:000h39
    Darlington
    10:39Redcar
    £41One-way
    0 changes

Compare prices and tickets Darlington to Redcar by train

Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Fri
03 Jul
Sat
04 Jul
Sun
05 Jul
Mon
06 Jul
Tue
07 Jul
Wed
08 Jul
Thu
09 Jul

Why should you book Darlington to Redcar trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Darlington to Redcar.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Darlington to Redcar.

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Darlington to Redcar.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Darlington to Redcar

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Darlington to Redcar, including 5 direct trains, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 39m.

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
Distance
33 km
Average train duration
41m
Lowest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
39m
First train
4:55
Last train
23:35
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
3 days
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

Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Darlington to Redcar trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Darlington and Redcar from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
39m
Cheapest Price
£3
Northern Rail frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
37m
Cheapest Price
£7
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Darlington to Redcar train

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

FAQs
The train distance from Darlington to Redcar is 33 km.
The first train from Darlington to Redcar leaves at 4:55.
The last train from Darlington to Redcar departs at 23:35.
Trains from Darlington to Redcar run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Darlington to Redcar.
Yes, there is a direct train between Darlington and Redcar. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
To travel from Darlington to Redcar, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Darlington to Redcar.
The train station in Darlington that goes to Redcar is Darlington station (DAR), and it arrives at Redcar Central (RCC).
Booking trains from Darlington to Redcar 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 Redcar offers a pleasant ride through North Yorkshire, showcasing rolling countryside landscapes and charming small towns along the route.
In Redcar, a two to three-day visit should suffice to explore key attractions such as Redcar Beach, Kirkleatham Museum, and the Redcar Beacon, while also enjoying local dining and leisure activities.
Yes, you can take the train from Darlington to Redcar.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Darlington and Redcar

Most Darlington to Redcar trains use the Darlington to Redcar Central station pair, with some services arriving at Redcar East. Use this guide to compare Darlington and Redcar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Darlington
Arrival train stations in Redcar

Which Darlington station do trains to Redcar leave from?

Trains from Darlington to Redcar leave from Darlington. The station is from Darlington city centre at Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA.
DarlingtonDarlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AAShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Darlington from Darlington city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesReplacement coach services depart from the station entrance

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.

North RoadNorth Road (Darlington) station, Station Road, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 6STParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to North Road from Darlington city centre

North Road is 1 km from Darlington city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainDarlington - Bishop Auckland, Saltburn - Bishop Auckland · 3m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

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.

More options for your journey from Darlington to Redcar

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Most popular train connections to Redcar

HomeTrainsTrain Times to Redcar Darlington to Redcar train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone