The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Scunthorpe
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Scunthorpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Scunthorpe will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Darlington for Scunthorpe every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 120 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.
10:271h39Darlington12:06Scunthorpe£431One-way0 changes
10:271h39Darlington12:06Scunthorpe£431One-way0 changes
Live departures
Darlington to Scunthorpe train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Scunthorpe trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:26 Darlington | 1h39 | 17:05 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:27 Darlington | 1h38 | 18:05 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:26 Darlington | 1h40 | 19:06 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:26 Darlington | 1h40 | 20:06 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:26 Darlington | 1h39 | 21:05 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:36 Darlington | 1h30 | 22:06 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
| Monday 20 July | |||||
![]() | 10:27 Darlington | 1h39 | 12:06 Scunthorpe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Scunthorpe
Trains from Darlington to Scunthorpe run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 120 km distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 120 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 22:08 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country from Darlington to Scunthorpe trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country trains will get you between Darlington and Scunthorpe from £43. 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 Scunthorpe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Darlington and Scunthorpe
Most Darlington to Scunthorpe trains use the Darlington to Scunthorpe station pair. Use this guide to compare Darlington and Scunthorpe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Darlington station do trains to Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe station do trains from Darlington arrive at?
Getting to Scunthorpe from Scunthorpe city centre
Scunthorpe train station facilities and services
Scunthorpe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Scunthorpe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Scunthorpe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scunthorpe.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scunthorpe: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Scunthorpe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scunthorpe: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from Platform 1 to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday: 08:45 - 20:00 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train on platform 1 can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station or access to platform 2 when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located on Platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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