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15:113h49Leicester19:00Darlington£1391One-way1 change- 14:112h42Leicester16:53Darlington£1561One-way1 change
- 16:112h43Leicester18:54Darlington£1561One-way1 change
- 17:063h01Leicester20:07Darlington£1561One-way1 change
- 18:062h52Leicester20:58Darlington£1561One-way1 change
- 14:112h42Leicester16:53Darlington£1561One-way1 change
- 16:112h43Leicester18:54Darlington£1561One-way1 change
- 18:062h52Leicester20:58Darlington£1561One-way1 change
- 17:063h01Leicester20:07Darlington£1561One-way1 change
- 19:063h01Leicester22:07Darlington£1561One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Darlington
The cheapest option from Leicester to Darlington is coach, with an average price of £27. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Darlington among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 211 km
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3h 0m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Darlington trains for tomorrow, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 14:11 Leicester | 2h42 | 16:53 Darlington | 1 change | |
| 15:11 Leicester | 3h49 | 19:00 Darlington | 1 change | |
| 16:11 Leicester | 2h43 | 18:54 Darlington | 1 change | |
| 17:06 Leicester | 3h01 | 20:07 Darlington | 1 change | |
| 18:06 Leicester | 2h52 | 20:58 Darlington | 1 change | |
| 19:06 Leicester | 3h01 | 22:07 Darlington | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Darlington
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Leicester to Darlington, including direct trains, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Lowest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 21:11 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains from Leicester to Darlington trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Leicester and Darlington from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester to Darlington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Darlington
Most Leicester to Darlington trains use the Leicester to Darlington station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Darlington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Darlington leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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.
Which Darlington station do trains from Leicester arrive at?
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.
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