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Darlington
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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 transit options for Darlington
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
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FAQ: Travel from Darlington station (DAR)
Everything you need to know about Darlington station (DAR): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.

Passengers with reduced mobility can access staff help at Darlington Station, as accessibility services are available.
Darlington station provides access to attractions such as the Head of Steam - Darlington Railway Museum, Raby Castle, and the South Park, offering a blend of historical sites and leisurely green spaces.
Europcar offers a car rental service at Darlington station.
The distance from Darlington station to the city center is approximately 0.405 kilometers.
You can reach the city center from Darlington station using the replacement coach services that depart from the station entrance.
Passengers should arrive at the Darlington station at least 30 minutes before their departure time to ensure a smooth boarding process.
Darlington station is located at Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA.
The train fare from Darlington Railway Station to the closest airport, Newcastle International Airport, typically ranges from £5 to £15, depending on the time and booking conditions.
Train services at Darlington train station are operated by providers such as London North Eastern Railway (LNER), CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, and Northern Trains.
Rail replacement services at Darlington Station depart from the station entrance.
Darlington station is generally considered safe for travel at early morning or late evening, with regular security measures and staff presence enhancing passenger safety.
Darlington station typically has security measures in place, including ticket checks at various points to ensure passenger and operational safety.
Yes, there are toilets at Darlington. They are located on the Main Concourse and can be accessed from all platforms. Additionally, National key toilets are available adjacent to Platform 2 and can be operated with a RADAR key, which is obtainable from the Customer Reception on Platform 1 upon request.
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