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Compare train and bus for Cheltenham to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $73, and a train costs an average of $241.
Distance: 182 miles (294 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$241 Average price | $73 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cheltenham to Darlington:
A bus is $168 (€137) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cheltenham to Darlington costing on average $241 (€196).
Other travel options to Darlington take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 55m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (3h 55m by train vs 3h 56m by car). Tickets start at around $241 (€196) compared to roughly $79 (€64) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Cross Country.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cheltenham to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Darlington trains for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:14 AM Cheltenham | 3h51 | 11:05 AM Darlington | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:40 AM Cheltenham | 3h13 | 10:53 AM Darlington | 1 transfer | |
| 8:12 AM Cheltenham | 3h53 | 12:05 PM Darlington | 1 transfer | |
| 8:12 AM Cheltenham | 3h53 | 12:05 PM Darlington | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:12 AM Cheltenham | 3h41 | 12:53 PM Darlington | 1 transfer | |
| 9:12 AM Cheltenham | 3h53 | 1:05 PM Darlington | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Darlington
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Trains from Cheltenham to Darlington run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $241 (€196) but you can travel from only $73 (€60) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 20:12. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $241 (€196) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 8:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Cross Country from Cheltenham to Darlington trainsCross Country trains will get you between Cheltenham and Darlington from $73 (€60). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cheltenham to Darlington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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
Popular train stations from Cheltenham to Darlington
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost 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
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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