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The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Darlington
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
21 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Darlington will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Middlesbrough for Darlington every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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.
18:260h28
Middlesbrough18:54Darlington
£31One-way
0 changes
14:470h29
Middlesbrough15:16Darlington
£31One-way
0 changes
13:480h29
Middlesbrough14:17Darlington
£31One-way
0 changes
04:480h31
Middlesbrough05:19Darlington
£31One-way
0 changes
18:260h28
Middlesbrough18:54Darlington
£31One-way
0 changes
13:480h29
Middlesbrough14:17Darlington
£31One-way
0 changes
14:470h29
Middlesbrough15:16Darlington
£31One-way
0 changes
04:480h31
Middlesbrough05:19Darlington
£31One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Middlesbrough to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £1, and a coach costs an average of £3.
Distance: 21 km
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58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Middlesbrough to Darlington train times
Showing trains for today, Tuesday 4 November
Last updated at 17:54
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:48 Middlesbrough | 0h29 | 21:17 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 5 November | |||||
| 04:48 Middlesbrough | 0h31 | 05:19 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:48 Middlesbrough | 0h29 | 14:17 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:47 Middlesbrough | 0h29 | 15:16 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Darlington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Middlesbrough to Darlington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
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 21 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 23:26 |
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: Northern Rail (3) from Middlesbrough to Darlington trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Middlesbrough and Darlington from £1. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
28m
Cheapest Price
£1
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at 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 on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Trains from Middlesbrough to Darlington
There are regular direct trains from Middlesbrough to Darlington, operated by Northern rail. Weekday connections begin just before 6:00 a.m. with departures roughly every half hour during the day. Evening services end with the final departure from Middlesbrough around 11:00 p.m. Journeys take approximately 30 minutes. Sunday trains from Middlesbrough to Darlington are less frequent, with a later first departure followed by hourly trains throughout the day. Middlesbrough Station is located on the north side of the town centre. Trains arrive at Darlington Station, south-east of the central shopping streets.
FAQs: Middlesbrough to Darlington train
FAQs: Travel by train from Middlesbrough to Darlington easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Middlesbrough to Darlington.
Booking trains from Middlesbrough to Darlington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Middlesbrough and Darlington. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
The cost of a train ticket from Middlesbrough to Darlington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £1, while the average price tends to be around £3.
The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Darlington is by train, costing approximately £1.
To get from Middlesbrough to Darlington, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Middlesbrough that goes to Darlington is Middlesbrough station (MBR), and it arrives at Darlington station (DAR).
The train distance from Middlesbrough to Darlington is 21 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Middlesbrough to Darlington.
Yes, you can take the train from Middlesbrough to Darlington.
The train journey from Middlesbrough to Darlington covers a distance of 21 km and takes approximately 28m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Middlesbrough to Darlington leaves at 5:45.
The last train from Middlesbrough to Darlington departs at 23:26.
Trains from Middlesbrough to Darlington run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Middlesbrough to Darlington.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Middlesbrough and Darlington
Middlesbrough
Darlington
The major train station for departures in Middlesbrough is Marton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Marton for your trip from Middlesbrough to Darlington.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Station is unstaffed. Ramped access to the platforms, with a dropped kerb from the car park onto the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Marton
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop near the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up/Drop Off in the bus laybys on Ladgate Lane, station side for Nunthorpe, opposite side for Middlesbrough.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Access to the platform via gently sloping ramp
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be found at the hospital
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for James Cook Hospital
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pickup / Drop Off Point at the bus stop on Marton Road - outside the main entrance to the hospital
Amenities at train station
Parking
DiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Access for disabled passengers to platform 1 (Middlesbrough) from Normanby Road is accessible. However access to the platform 2 (Saltburn) is via a footbridge so is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for South Bank
- Onward travel information: None available. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick/Up Drop Off on road at entrance to lane leading to station.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay).
- 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Storage Locations: On the station concourse - space for 86 cycles Wood Street Car Park - space for 28 cycles
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Middlesbrough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the layby on Bridge Street at the rear of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Darlington is Darlington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Darlington for your journey to Darlington from Middlesbrough.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Darlington
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeCar Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed there are 2 entrances to the staton, one is via steep steps 11 in total, the other is via a stepped ramps and about 40-50 metres in length.
- 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
Public transport options for North Road
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station.Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops 150 yards from the railway bridge
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