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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR)
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Trains per day
34
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 £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 34 trains that leave Derby station (DBY) for Darlington station (DAR) every day 18 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 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.
G0070113:001h53Derby station (DBY)14:53Darlington station (DAR)£291One-way0 changes- G0071617:001h54Derby station (DBY)18:54Darlington station (DAR)£291One-way0 changes
- G0072319:452h27Derby station (DBY)22:12Darlington station (DAR)£291One-way0 changes
- G007389:001h53Derby station (DBY)10:53Darlington station (DAR)£291One-way0 changes
- G0073321:001h49Derby station (DBY)22:49Darlington station (DAR)£291One-way0 changes
- G0073321:001h49Derby station (DBY)22:49Darlington station (DAR)£291One-way0 changes
- G0073911:001h53Derby station (DBY)12:53Darlington station (DAR)£1061One-way0 changes
- G0070113:001h53Derby station (DBY)14:53Darlington station (DAR)£291One-way0 changes
- G007389:001h53Derby station (DBY)10:53Darlington station (DAR)£291One-way0 changes
- G0071015:001h53Derby station (DBY)16:53Darlington station (DAR)£1061One-way0 changes
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 £16.
Distance: 179 km
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£39 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR) trains for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G80216+ G89691+ C21649 | Delayed 10:43 10:12Derby station (DBY) | 2h20 | 12:32 Darlington station (DAR) | 2 changes | |
| G01064 | On time 11:45 Derby station (DBY) | 2h21 | 14:06 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00698+C01966 | On time 12:00 Derby station (DBY) | 2h02 | 14:02 Darlington station (DAR) | 1 change | |
G80228+W70967+ W84683 | Delayed 12:43 12:29Derby station (DBY) | 2h03 | 14:32 Darlington station (DAR) | 2 changes | |
| G01067 | On time 12:45 Derby station (DBY) | 2h21 | 15:06 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00701 | On time 13:00 Derby station (DBY) | 1h53 | 14:53 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80234+C21762+G89697 | Delayed 13:43 13:10Derby station (DBY) | 2h22 | 15:32 Darlington station (DAR) | 2 changes | |
| G01069 | On time 13:45 Derby station (DBY) | 2h19 | 16:04 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00706+C02111 | On time 14:00 Derby station (DBY) | 2h01 | 16:01 Darlington station (DAR) | 1 change | |
| G80241+C21653+W84695 | Delayed 14:43 14:30Derby station (DBY) | 2h02 | 16:32 Darlington station (DAR) | 2 changes | |
| G01073 | On time 14:45 Derby station (DBY) | 2h21 | 17:06 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00710 | On time 15:00 Derby station (DBY) | 1h53 | 16:53 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80247+G89701+W70981 | Delayed 15:43 15:10Derby station (DBY) | 2h22 | 17:32 Darlington station (DAR) | 2 changes | |
| G01075 | On time 15:45 Derby station (DBY) | 2h20 | 18:05 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01080 | On time 16:45 Derby station (DBY) | 2h23 | 19:08 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00716 | On time 17:00 Derby station (DBY) | 1h54 | 18:54 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80259+W70996+W84712 | Delayed 17:43 17:30Derby station (DBY) | 2h02 | 19:32 Darlington station (DAR) | 2 changes | |
| G01082 | On time 17:45 Derby station (DBY) | 2h25 | 20:10 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00718+G80148 | On time 18:00 Derby station (DBY) | 2h05 | 20:05 Darlington station (DAR) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 13 August | |||||
| G80205+C21767+G89685 | 8:15 Derby station (DBY) | 2h17 | 10:32 Darlington station (DAR) | 2 changes | |
| G66987 | 8:45 Derby station (DBY) | 2h21 | 11:06 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00738 | 9:00 Derby station (DBY) | 1h53 | 10:53 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80211+W84665+C21769 | 9:31 Derby station (DBY) | 2h01 | 11:32 Darlington station (DAR) | 2 changes | |
| G01060 | 9:45 Derby station (DBY) | 2h21 | 12:06 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G80216+C21649+G89691 | On time 10:12 Derby station (DBY) | 2h20 | 12:32 Darlington station (DAR) | 2 changes | |
| G01062 | 10:45 Derby station (DBY) | 2h21 | 13:06 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00739 | 11:00 Derby station (DBY) | 1h53 | 12:53 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 £16 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 £16 |
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)
Most Derby station (DBY) to Darlington station (DAR) trains use the Derby to Darlington station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby station (DBY) and Darlington station (DAR) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: 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.
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.
Most popular train connections from Derby station (DBY)
Most popular trains to and from Darlington station (DAR) and Derby station (DBY)
Most popular train connections to Darlington station (DAR)
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