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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Darlington
Cheapest price
£118
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Darlington will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £118.
Of the 2 trains that leave Oxford for Darlington every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 309 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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 Oxford to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a train costs an average of £97.
Distance: 309 km
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4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oxford to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Darlington trains for tomorrow, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:48 Oxford | 4h19 | 10:07 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:00 Oxford | 4h23 | 12:23 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Darlington
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Trains from Oxford to Darlington run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £97 but you can travel from only £46 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £97 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 21:48 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Oxford to Darlington trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Oxford and Darlington from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oxford to Darlington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford and Darlington
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- 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 Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost 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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