4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Darlington
Cheapest price
£98
Average price
£129
Fastest journey
6 h 32 m
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
494 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Darlington will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £98.
Of the 3 trains that leave Plymouth for Darlington every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 494 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 53 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, coach and flight for Plymouth to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £150.
Distance: 494 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£132 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest | £162 Average Price |
7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 11m Average total duration 12h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Plymouth to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Darlington trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:27 Plymouth | 6h32 | 13:59 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:15 Plymouth | 6h51 | 15:06 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Darlington
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Trains from Plymouth to Darlington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £98 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 494 km distance in 6h 32m.
Distance 494 km |
Average train duration 6h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £98 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 32m |
First train 03:40 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Plymouth to Darlington trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Plymouth and Darlington from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plymouth to Darlington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Darlington
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
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Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- 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 the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance 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 Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeCar Rental- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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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