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The cheapest and fastest trains from Loughborough to Darlington

Showing times and prices for 19 Nov

Cheapest price

£126

Average price

£131

Fastest journey

3 h 8 m

Average duration

3 h 9 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

197 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Loughborough to Darlington will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £126.

Fast trains

To travel from Loughborough to Darlington you need to make at least one change.

East Midlands TrainsY07040+CrossCountryC23360+LNERY23424
08:533h10
Loughborough station (LBO)
12:03Darlington station (DAR)
£1261One-way
2 changes
East Midlands TrainsY07217+CrossCountryC23652
08:503h08
Loughborough station (LBO)
11:58Darlington station (DAR)
£1361One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Loughborough to Darlington

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Loughborough to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a train costs an average of £63.

Distance: 197 km

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£112

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£51

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4h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 25m

Average total duration

9h 55m

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Live departures

Loughborough to Darlington train times

The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Darlington trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:43
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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cross_country14:47 Loughborough
3h13
18:00 Darlington0 changesdirect
Wednesday 19 November
london_north_eastern_railway04:11 Loughborough
3h57
08:08 Darlington0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Loughborough to Darlington by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Loughborough to Darlington

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Trains from Loughborough to Darlington run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £51 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 197 km distance in 3h 10m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £51
Distance
197 km
Average train duration
3h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
£63
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
3h 10m
First train
00:05
Last train
21:47
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £51

Train companies: east_midlands_trains from Loughborough to Darlington trainseast_midlands_trains trains will get you between Loughborough and Darlington from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Price
£136
east_midlands_trains frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Loughborough to Darlington train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough 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 Loughborough to Darlington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £63, while the average price tends to be around £112.
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.
Booking trains from Loughborough to Darlington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Loughborough to Darlington covers a distance of 197 km and takes approximately 3h 10m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Loughborough that goes to Darlington is Loughborough station (LBO), and it arrives at Darlington station (DAR).
The first train from Loughborough to Darlington leaves at 0:05.
The cheapest way to get from Loughborough to Darlington is by coach, costing approximately £51.
Trains from Loughborough to Darlington run approximately 3 times per day.
The train distance from Loughborough to Darlington is 197 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Loughborough to Darlington.
Yes, you can take the train from Loughborough to Darlington.
The last train from Loughborough to Darlington departs at 21:47.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Loughborough to Darlington.
To get from Loughborough to Darlington, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Loughborough to Darlington.

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Important Stations and Airports in Loughborough and Darlington

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Darlington
The major train station for departures in Loughborough is Loughborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Loughborough for your trip from Loughborough to Darlington.
Amenities at train station
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LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Nottingham Road.
Dining
Dining
  • The Basin
  • The Orange Tree
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • £0.30
Hotel
Hotel
  • Premier Inn Loughborough
  • Travelodge Loughborough Central
  • Ramada Loughborough Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
  • Hall 2: access to platforms 1-3
Public transport options for Loughborough
  • Bus: Several local bus services available
  • Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station

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