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The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Aberdeen

Showing times and prices for Jul 19

Cheapest price

$72

Average price

$84

Fastest journey

4 h 42 m

Average duration

4 h 54 m

Trains per day

Distance

293 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Darlington to Aberdeen will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Darlington for Aberdeen on Sat, Jul 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 19 the direct trains cover the 293 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 42 m .

On Sat, Jul 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 6 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.

12:24PM4h42

Darlington

05:06PMAberdeen

$721One-way

0 transfers

12:00PM5h06

Darlington

05:06PMAberdeen

$971One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Darlington to Aberdeen

United Kingdom

Trains from Darlington to Aberdeen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $33 (€26)

Distance

182 miles (293 km)

Average train duration

4h 37m

Cheapest ticket price

$49 (€39)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

4h 41m

First train

05:30

Last train

20:07

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $33 (€26)

Train providers: East Coast, ScotRail and CrossCountry from Darlington to Aberdeen trains

For as little as $42 (€34) you can travel by train between Darlington and Aberdeen with East Coast, ScotRail and CrossCountry. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times.

East Coast from Darlington to Aberdeen train information:

Average Duration: 4 h 41 min
Cheapest Price: $42
East Coast frequency: 5 a day

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

Train information from Darlington to Aberdeen with ScotRail:

Average Duration: 4 h 57 min
Cheapest Price: $115

FAQs: Trains from Darlington to Aberdeen

FAQs: Travel by train from Darlington to Aberdeen 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 Darlington to Aberdeen.

Cheap train tickets from Darlington to Aberdeen can start from as little as $89 (€72) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Darlington to Aberdeen is $107 (€87); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Darlington to Aberdeen is 4 h 45 min to travel the 182 mile (293 km) long trip, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Darlington to Aberdeen leaves at 5: 57 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Darlington to Aberdeen leaves at 7: 10 PM.

Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day from Darlington to Aberdeen with LNER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the route from Darlington to Aberdeen you can take a train with LNER or ScotRail. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Darlington to Aberdeen on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 10 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Darlington, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Aberdeen, located 0 miles (5 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Aberdeen from Darlington is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Darlington to Aberdeen is August.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Darlington to Aberdeen including taking a train or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Darlington to Aberdeen

Darlington

Aberdeen

The major train station for departures in Darlington is Darlington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Darlington for your trip from Darlington to Aberdeen.

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information

Address

Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA

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

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