Darlington to Bristol train

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Cheap train tickets from Darlington to Bristol

Showing times and prices for Dec 10

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
Cross CountryC46802
05:59AM4h34
Darlington station (DAR)
10:33AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
$1171One-way
1 transfer

Darlington to Bristol train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 10
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Cross Country
C46802
05:59AM Darlington station (DAR)4h34 10:33AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Darlington to Bristol

Showing times and prices for Dec 10

Fastest Journey

4 h 34 m

Average

4 h 34 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

348 km

It's difficult to get from Darlington to Bristol without transferring at least once.

Fastest
Cross CountryC46802
05:59AM4h34
Darlington station (DAR)
10:33AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
$1171One-way
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Darlington to Bristol

Trains from Darlington to Bristol run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€67) but you can travel from only $28 (€25) 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 $28 (€25)
Distance
216 miles (348 km)
Average train duration
4h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
$75 (€67)
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
2
Train providers
2
Fastest train
4h 21m
First train
02:39
Last train
20:03
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 $28 (€25)

Train providers: CrossCountry, East Coast and first_transpennine_express from Darlington to Bristol trains

For as little as $94 (€83) you can travel by train to Bristol from Darlington with CrossCountry, East Coast and first_transpennine_express. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Darlington to Bristol. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

CrossCountry from Darlington to Bristol train information:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 12 min
  • Cheapest Price: $94
  • CrossCountry frequency: 23 a day

FAQs: Trains from Darlington to Bristol

FAQs: Travel by train from Darlington to Bristol 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 Bristol.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Darlington to Bristol can start from as little as $75 (€67) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Darlington to Bristol is $158 (€140); 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 Bristol is 4 h 21 min   to travel the 216 mile (348 km) long route, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Darlington to Bristol leaves at 2: 39 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Darlington to Bristol leaves at 8: 03 PM.
There are 6 trains a day from Darlington to Bristol which require at least one change with CrossCountry, LNER or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Darlington to Bristol train with CrossCountry, LNER or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route from Darlington to Bristol as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 03 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 Bristol Temple Meads, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Bristol from Darlington is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 21 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Darlington to Bristol is September.
You have options as you can travel from Darlington to Bristol 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

Popular train stations from Darlington to Bristol

Darlington
Bristol
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 Bristol.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Dining
Dining
  • Pizza Box
  • Afternoon Tease Cafe
  • Costa
  • Sublime Coffee Corner
Accessibility
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
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
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel 119
  • Houndgate Townhouse
Lounge
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
Public transit options for Darlington
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your journey to Bristol from Darlington.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • Pumpkin Café
  • Hart's Bakery
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
  • Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads
  • Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
  • Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House

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