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Letchworth Garden City to Darlington train with Thameslink

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington

Showing times and prices for 16 Jan

Cheapest price

£139

Average price

£140

Fastest journey

2 h 46 m

Average duration

2 h 51 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

296 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington will cost around £140 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £139.

Fast trains

To travel from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington you need to make at least one change.

Thameslink
06:212h46
Letchworth Garden City
09:07Darlington
£1391One-way
1 change
Great Northern
20:592h56
Letchworth Garden City
23:55Darlington
£1401One-way
1 change

Live departures

Letchworth Garden City to Darlington train times

The table below shows live departures for Letchworth Garden City to Darlington trains for today, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:05
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_northern20:59 Letchworth Garden City
2h56
23:55 Darlington1 change
Friday 16 January
thameslink06:21 Letchworth Garden City
2h46
09:07 Darlington1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington

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Trains from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £141 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 09:26. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 2h 46m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
296 km
Average train duration
2h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£141
Trains per day
1
Fastest train
2h 46m
First train
05:12
Last train
09:26
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Thameslink, Great Northern from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington trainsThameslink, Great Northern trains will get you between Letchworth Garden City and Darlington from £141. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
£140
Thameslink frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area

Great Northern

About
Great Northern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed trains, regional trains, and sleeper services. The high-speed trains are called InterCity Express Trains and they offer a fast and comfortable journey between major cities. The regional trains are called Regional Express Trains and they provide a slower but more frequent service to smaller towns and villages. The sleeper services are called Caledonian Sleeper Trains and they offer overnight journeys with comfortable sleeping compartments. Great Northern offers a variety of ticket types, including single, return, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Great Northern are London to Cambridge, London to Peterborough, and London to Norwich. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 56m
Cheapest Price
£140
Great Northern frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free, maximum two dogs per passenger, must be on lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Letchworth Garden City to Darlington train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Letchworth Garden City 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £141, while the average price tends to be around £142.
The train from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington takes 2h 46m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington is 296 km.
The first train from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington leaves at 5:12.
The last train from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington departs at 9:26.
Trains from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington run approximately 1 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington.
To travel from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington.
The train station in Letchworth Garden City that goes to Darlington is Letchworth Garden City station (LET), and it arrives at Darlington station (DAR).
The cheapest way to get from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington is by train, costing approximately £141.
Booking trains from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The journey from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington offers a mix of urban and rural views, with scenic stretches through the English countryside, particularly as the train travels through areas like the North Yorkshire Moors.
A day trip from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 46m each way. The frequency for trains is 1 per day. The distance is 296 km.
Two to three days in Darlington should be sufficient to explore its key attractions, including the Head of Steam Railway Museum, South Park, and the Darlington Hippodrome, while also enjoying the local dining and shopping experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington.

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Important Stations and Airports in Letchworth Garden City and Darlington

Letchworth Garden City
Darlington
The major train station for departures in Letchworth Garden City is Letchworth Garden City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Letchworth Garden City for your trip from Letchworth Garden City to Darlington.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 17:10
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: YES
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is inside the ticket office.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 1
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Platform 2
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage location: Station entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Letchworth Garden City
  • Onward travel information: Bus stops are located at front of station

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