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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton to Darlington
Cheapest price
£166
Average price
£166
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Darlington will cost around £166 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £166.
Of the 1 trains that leave Northampton for Darlington every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 257 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Northampton to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £166.
Distance: 257 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£166 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Northampton to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Darlington trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:40 Northampton | 4h13 | 14:53 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Darlington
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Trains from Northampton to Darlington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £166 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 257 km distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 257 km |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £166 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 20:10 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from Northampton to Darlington trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Northampton and Darlington from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Northampton to Darlington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Northampton and Darlington
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Hotel
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Enterprise car rental
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available at the Customer Information Point; the RADAR key is available from station security after 00:30 at night. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-22:30 and Sunday 06:00-22:30.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Long stay car park and blue badge parking bays area.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the layby/turning circle on the car park side of the station building. Please check the destination of your bus/coach before boarding.
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
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