The cheapest and fastest trains from Wolverhampton to Darlington
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolverhampton to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wolverhampton to Darlington will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wolverhampton 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 219 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 2 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 Wolverhampton to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 219 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£89 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wolverhampton to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Darlington trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:45 Wolverhampton | 3h06 | 13:51 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:49 Wolverhampton | 3h54 | 19:43 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:18 Wolverhampton | 4h42 | 00:00 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
![]() | 04:56 Wolverhampton | 4h02 | 08:58 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wolverhampton to Darlington
Trains from Wolverhampton to Darlington run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 20:12. The fastest train covers the 219 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 219 km |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 20:12 |
Train companies: Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Wolverhampton to Darlington trainsCross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Wolverhampton and Darlington from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Wolverhampton to Darlington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton and Darlington
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
- Car Park: Multi storey
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
- 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
- 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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