4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Darlington
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
18
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 £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 18 trains that leave Newcastle for Darlington every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 29 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.
G1590013:020h32Newcastle station (NCL)13:34Darlington station (DAR)£71One-way0 changes- G160186:010h33Newcastle station (NCL)6:34Darlington station (DAR)£71One-way0 changes
- G1592212:020h32Newcastle station (NCL)12:34Darlington station (DAR)£81One-way0 changes
W2993512:330h30Newcastle station (NCL)13:03Darlington station (DAR)£81One-way0 changes- W298688:400h30Newcastle station (NCL)9:10Darlington station (DAR)£81One-way0 changes
C0202912:580h27Newcastle station (NCL)13:25Darlington station (DAR)£91One-way0 changes- C020028:580h27Newcastle station (NCL)9:25Darlington station (DAR)£101One-way0 changes
- C019398:270h29Newcastle station (NCL)8:56Darlington station (DAR)£101One-way0 changes
- W299256:230h29Newcastle station (NCL)6:52Darlington station (DAR)£81One-way0 changes
- G011808:350h29Newcastle station (NCL)9:04Darlington station (DAR)£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Newcastle to Darlington
Omio 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 prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. 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 £3, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 50 km
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £8 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 |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newcastle to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Darlington trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G16018 | On time 6:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h33 | 6:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29925 | On time 6:23 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h29 | 6:52 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01970 | On time 6:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 6:57 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01140 | On time 6:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h29 | 7:09 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24945 | On time 6:50 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h33 | 7:23 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01949 | On time 7:04 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 7:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01968 | On time 7:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h29 | 7:56 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29862 | On time 7:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 8:10 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02042 | On time 7:58 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h27 | 8:25 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G16013 | On time 8:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h32 | 8:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01939 | On time 8:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h29 | 8:56 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01180 | On time 8:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h29 | 9:04 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29868 | On time 8:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 9:10 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02002 | On time 8:58 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h27 | 9:25 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24952 | On time 9:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h32 | 9:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01925 | On time 9:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 9:57 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15922 | On time 12:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h32 | 12:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01959 | On time 12:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 12:57 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29935 | On time 12:33 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 13:03 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01153 | On time 12:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 13:10 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02029 | On time 12:58 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h27 | 13:25 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15900 | On time 13:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h32 | 13:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01950 | On time 13:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 13:57 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01154 | On time 13:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 14:10 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02007 | On time 13:58 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h27 | 14:25 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24965 | On time 14:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h33 | 14:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01907 | On time 14:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 14:57 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 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 | |
| C24988 | On time 21:02 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h33 | 21:35 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02056 | On time 21:58 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h30 | 22:28 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24990 | On time 21:59 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h35 | 22:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
 G90058 | On time 22:24 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h40 | 23:04 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01960 | On time 22:41 Newcastle station (NCL) | 0h32 | 23:13 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Darlington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Newcastle to Darlington run on average 9 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
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 £3 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Newcastle to Darlington trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Newcastle and Darlington from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle to Darlington train
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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newcastle and Darlington
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.
Getting to Newcastle from Newcastle city centre
Newcastle 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 and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Getting to Manors from Newcastle city centre
Manors train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Manors.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manors: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Manors: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Which Darlington station do trains from Newcastle 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.
Getting to North Road from Darlington city centre
North Road is 1 km from Darlington city centre. Public transport options include:
North Road train station facilities and services
North Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at North Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at North Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at North Road: Car Rental.
Accessibility
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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