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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR)
Cheapest price
£117
Average price
£146
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR) will cost around £146 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £117.
Of the 5 trains that leave Derby station (DBY) for Darlington station (DAR) 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 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 11 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.
20:452h34Derby station (DBY)23:19Darlington station (DAR)£1171One-way1 change- 18:452h12Derby station (DBY)20:57Darlington station (DAR)£1461One-way0 changes
- 19:452h26Derby station (DBY)22:11Darlington station (DAR)£1461One-way0 changes
- 21:549h11Derby station (DBY)7:05Darlington station (DAR)£1491One-way1 change
- 20:002h06Derby station (DBY)22:06Darlington station (DAR)£1711One-way1 change
- 20:002h06Derby station (DBY)22:06Darlington station (DAR)£1711One-way1 change
- 18:452h12Derby station (DBY)20:57Darlington station (DAR)£1461One-way0 changes
- 19:452h26Derby station (DBY)22:11Darlington station (DAR)£1461One-way0 changes
- 20:452h34Derby station (DBY)23:19Darlington station (DAR)£1171One-way1 change
- 21:549h11Derby station (DBY)7:05Darlington station (DAR)£1491One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR) 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 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 179 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR)
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Trains from Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 18:45. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 18:45 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR) trainsCrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby station (DBY) and Darlington station (DAR) 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: Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR) 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 Darlington station (DAR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Derby station (DBY) and Darlington station (DAR)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- 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 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 Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- 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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