The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to London
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$114
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
349 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to London will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 5 trains that leave Darlington for London on Fri, Dec 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 12 the direct trains cover the 349 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Fri, Dec 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 38 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Darlington to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €64.
Distance: 216 miles (349 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€90 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €233 Average price |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Darlington to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to London trains for today, Thursday, December 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y23274 | On time 9:00 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 2h38 | 11:38 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23276 | On time 9:26 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 2h22 | 11:48 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26363+ L01412 | On time 9:36 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 2h55 | 12:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
Y23278 | On time 10:05 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 2h34 | 12:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 12 | |||||
![]() | 5:00 AM Darlington | 2h38 | 7:38 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:31 AM Darlington | 2h37 | 8:08 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:03 AM Darlington | 2h36 | 9:39 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Darlington | 2h38 | 10:38 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:26 AM Darlington | 2h22 | 10:48 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Darlington to London trains with Omio?
LNER as well as Grand Central Trains, CrossCountry and First Hull Trains offer trains services from Darlington to London. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Darlington to London.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for LNER, but also compare tickets for the likes of Grand Central Trains, CrossCountry and First Hull Trains to find the best option for your trip from Darlington to London.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to London
Trains from Darlington to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 216 miles (349 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 216 miles (349 km) |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 23:05 |
Train companies: LNER, Grand Central Trains, CrossCountry, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Trains from Darlington to London trainsLNER, Grand Central Trains, CrossCountry, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Darlington and London from $28 (€23). 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 Darlington to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Darlington to London
- 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
- 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
- Type of shops available: Food shop in ticket hall
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free access is available to both London Overground platforms via lifts from the footbridge. There is no step-free access to/from the London Underground Victoria line platforms. The nearest step-free station is Tottenham Hale, which can be accessed by London Buses Routes 123 230 or N73 to/from Blackhorse Road.
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2 London Overground.
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: on-Sat 06.15-00.00, Sun 9.15-23.30
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Eastbound towards Barking use Victoria Line to Walthamstow Central and change to rail replacement bus from bus stop 'C' in Walthamstow Central bus station. Westbound towards Gospel Oak use Victoria line to Seven Sisters and change for Rail replacement bus from bus stop 'A' in Seven Sisters Road.
- Metro: Victoria Line
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is at the bottom of the stairs opposite the ticket machines. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:10 - 19:30 Sunday 08:40 - 16:40 Ticket office managed by Southeastern
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to both platforms. Step free interchange via road and steep paths is in excess of 250 metres. Stepped access between platforms is via a footbridge.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt/ platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Forecourt
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards London - Bus stop R on Catford Road (by the St Dunstans Jubilee Pavilion) Towards Hayes - Bus stop M on Catford Road (by the computer repair centre)
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