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Hopetown Darlington
Railway museum celebrating the Stockton and Darlington Railway with locomotives, carriages and stories of early rail travel.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£5
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£8
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
27 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
27 m
Trains on 29 Aug
32
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Darlington will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 32 trains from Newcastle to Darlington, including 32 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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.
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C01990Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 50 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Darlington trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C24975 | On time 17:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h32 | 17:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01928 | On time 17:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 17:57 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01169 | On time 17:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 18:10 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C02066 | On time 17:58 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h27 | 18:25 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C24979 | On time 18:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h33 | 18:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01911 | On time 18:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 18:57 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
C24943 | 6:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h33 | 6:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01969 | 6:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h29 | 6:56 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01146 | 6:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h29 | 7:09 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
G16014 | 6:50 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h33 | 7:23 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01948 | 7:04 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 7:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01967 | 7:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h29 | 7:56 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Newcastle to Darlington run on average 9 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 27m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Discover the best of Darlington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Darlington trip today.
Railway museum celebrating the Stockton and Darlington Railway with locomotives, carriages and stories of early rail travel.
Historic country house with art, furnishings and estate collections, offering a museum-style visit alongside parkland walks.
Local arts centre with changing exhibitions, performances and creative events in a restored Victorian building.
Large public park with bandstand, aviary, café-free green space, sports areas and pleasant paths close to the town centre.
Historic market square surrounded by civic buildings and shops, useful for seeing the town centre's layout and daily life.
Popular woodland and lakeside park on the edge of Darlington with walking trails, sculpture and open green views.
A classic North-East pease pudding spread in a bread bun, often with ham. It is a long-standing local lunch tied to Teesside and County Durham.
Slow-cooked split peas seasoned into a thick savoury paste. It is a regional staple traditionally served with ham or pork pies.
A large round flat loaf with a soft crumb, common across North-East England. It is traditionally used for hearty sandwiches and local fillings.
Refined dining in a country house setting, known for modern British cooking and polished service. Best for a special meal near Darlington.
Stylish restaurant serving Indian small plates and grilled dishes in an upbeat modern setting. A popular choice for groups and evening meals.
Smart casual steakhouse focused on quality beef, burgers and hearty mains. Relaxed atmosphere suited to an easy dinner in town.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and everyday costs are fairly reasonable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Darlington Railway Station -> Darlington Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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.

Most Newcastle to Darlington trains use the Newcastle to Darlington station pair, with some services arriving at North Road. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Darlington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newcastle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Newcastle Airport is 2 km from Newcastle city centre. Public transport options include:
Newcastle Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available at the airport.
Free WiFi available throughout the airport. ATMs are aTMs are available throughout the airport.
Ticket office support is available at Newcastle Airport.
Available at Newcastle Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle Airport: The airport is fully accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Manors has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manors.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manors: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Manors: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manors: 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. No access for wheelchair users as the only access to the platforms is via a stepped footbridge, 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.
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 options are available at Darlington.
ATMs are available at Darlington.
Ticket office support is available at Darlington.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darlington: Parking, WC.
Available at Darlington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
North Road is 1 km from Darlington city centre. Public transport options include:
North Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at North Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at North Road: Parking.
Available at North Road: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at North Road: 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.
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