The cheapest and fastest trains from Gateshead to Darlington
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gateshead to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gateshead to Darlington will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 trains that leave Gateshead for Darlington 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 49 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 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.
10:360h49Gateshead11:25Darlington£131One-way0 changes
10:360h49Gateshead11:25Darlington£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gateshead to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gateshead to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 49 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£12 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Gateshead to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Gateshead to Darlington trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:36 Gateshead | 0h49 | 11:25 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gateshead to Darlington
Trains from Gateshead to Darlington run on average 6 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 49m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 22:33 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Gateshead to Darlington trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Gateshead and Darlington from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Gateshead to Darlington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gateshead to Darlington 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Gateshead and Darlington
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Access via lifts that operate whilst ever services are operating through the station
- 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
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the bus stop on the station front.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via ramped access
- 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
- Onward travel information: No bus stop close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Metro bus replacement stop
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station There is ramped access to both platforms which wheelchair users can easily use
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop a few minutes away from the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside station entrance on bridge.
- 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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