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Leeds City Museum
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
Cheapest price on Oct 26
$36
Average ticket price on Oct 26
$61
Fastest journey on Oct 26
1 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Oct 26
1 h 40 m
Trains on Oct 26
12
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Leeds will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
It's difficult to get from Darlington to Leeds without transferring at least once.
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C24399Trains from Darlington to Leeds run on average 8 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 but you can travel from only $9 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:12, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (81 km) distance in 48m.
Distance 50 miles (81 km) |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 1:12 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Darlington to Leeds.
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Leeds trains for today, Sunday, October 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GR055300 · C02168 | 7:45 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 3h05 | 10:50 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
XC145800 | 7:50 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 1h50 | 9:40 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
GR054800 · G08099 | 10:15 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 3h12 | 1:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
XC145500 | 10:30 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 1h50 | 12:20 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
GR054700 · C02123 | 10:45 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 3h06 | 1:51 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
TP162700 | 10:55 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 1h50 | 12:45 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
GR054600 · G08107 | 11:15 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 3h11 | 2:26 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
XC145400 | 11:30 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 1h50 | 1:20 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
GR054500 · C02080 | 11:45 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 3h05 | 2:50 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
TP162600 | 11:55 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 1h50 | 1:45 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
National museum on medicine and surgery with remarkable instruments and pathology displays. Unique, thought-provoking, and one of Leeds’ standout specialist museums.
Important gallery spanning historic and modern art in a handsome city-centre building. A core Leeds cultural venue with strong permanent displays.
Grand Victorian shopping and strolling street lined with arcades and landmarks. A classic first stop for architecture, retail, and city-centre atmosphere.
Major urban park with avenues, lakes, and events space. A local favorite for relaxing, walking, and seeing one of Leeds’ best-loved green spaces.
Canalside regeneration district with waterside paths, independent venues, and modern city views. Popular for walking and seeing contemporary Leeds at work and play.
A Yorkshire staple of batter baked until crisp and airy, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy at Sunday lunch.
A hearty pork sausage from nearby West Yorkshire, usually seasoned with herbs and served with mash or in breakfasts.
A rich fruit loaf packed with currants and citrus peel, strongly linked to Yorkshire baking and often served sliced with tea.
Stylish modern British restaurant serving seasonal dishes and cocktails in an elegant but relaxed city-centre setting.
Popular Indian vegetarian institution celebrated for South Indian snacks, street food, and casual family-friendly dining.
Refined fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than London, but central stays and upscale dining can raise daily costs.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Darlington to Leeds trains use the Darlington to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Darlington and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Darlington has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Darlington.
ATMs are available at Darlington.
Ticket office support is available at Darlington.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Darlington: Parking, WC.
Available at Darlington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Darlington: 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.
North Road is 1 km from Darlington city centre. Public transport options include:
North Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at North Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at North Road: Parking.
Available at North Road: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at North Road: 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.
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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