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The cheapest and fastest trains from Thornaby to Darlington
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£2
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
16 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thornaby to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thornaby to Darlington will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Thornaby for Darlington every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.
16:530h23
Thornaby17:16Darlington
£21One-way
0 changes
08:550h24
Thornaby09:19Darlington
£21One-way
0 changes
07:530h23
Thornaby08:16Darlington
£21One-way
0 changes
07:310h22
Thornaby07:53Darlington
£31One-way
0 changes
07:310h22
Thornaby07:53Darlington
£31One-way
0 changes
07:530h23
Thornaby08:16Darlington
£21One-way
0 changes
16:530h23
Thornaby17:16Darlington
£21One-way
0 changes
08:550h24
Thornaby09:19Darlington
£21One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Thornaby to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thornaby to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 16 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Thornaby to Darlington train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:49
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C26873+ Y23403 | On time 06:25 Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h42 | 07:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 1 change | |
| W46296 | On time 06:55 Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h22 | 07:17 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y06676 | On time 07:32 Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h25 | 07:57 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y05568 | On time 07:55 Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h23 | 08:18 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y06691 | On time 08:31 Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h22 | 08:53 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y06648 | On time 08:53 Thornaby station (TBY) | 0h23 | 09:16 Darlington station (DAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thornaby to Darlington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Thornaby to Darlington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 23:37 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Thornaby to Darlington trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Thornaby and Darlington from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
22m
Cheapest Price
£2
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Thornaby to Darlington train
FAQs: Travel by train from Thornaby to Darlington easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Thornaby to Darlington.
Yes, there is a direct train between Thornaby and Darlington. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
Booking trains from Thornaby to Darlington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Thornaby to Darlington is 16 km.
To get from Thornaby to Darlington, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The train journey from Thornaby to Darlington covers a distance of 16 km and takes approximately 22m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Thornaby to Darlington leaves at 5:11.
The last train from Thornaby to Darlington departs at 23:37.
Trains from Thornaby to Darlington run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Thornaby to Darlington.
The cost of a train ticket from Thornaby to Darlington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £3.
The cheapest way to get from Thornaby to Darlington is by train, costing approximately £2.
The train station in Thornaby that goes to Darlington is Thornaby station (TBY), and it arrives at Darlington station (DAR).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Thornaby to Darlington.
Yes, you can take the train from Thornaby to Darlington.
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Important Stations and Airports in Thornaby and Darlington
Thornaby
Darlington
The major train station for departures in Thornaby is Thornaby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Thornaby for your trip from Thornaby to Darlington.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:45 Saturday 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday 09:15 - 17:15 Holidays: Boxing Day, Christmas Day Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday: 08:45 - 17:30 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: During Staff Help times as shown above.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: A unisex toilet is available in the station building during booking office opening hours only. (Includes disabled and baby changing facilities).
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the approach road opposite the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Thornaby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coaches will pick up / drop off at the bus stops on Station Street due to the station car park not being wide enough for a coach to turn around in. Station Street is the road which runs parallel to the station access road and can be reached by using the footbridge on the station approach road.
The major train station for arrivals in Darlington is Darlington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Darlington for your journey to Darlington from Thornaby.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Darlington
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeCar Rentalinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for North Road
- 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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