The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Norwich
Cheapest price
$121
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Norwich will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $121.
Of the 1 trains that leave Darlington for Norwich on Mon, May 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 283 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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.
10:27 AM3h45Darlington2:12 PMNorwich$1211One-way0 transfers
10:27 AM3h45Darlington2:12 PMNorwich$1211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Darlington to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $82. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $82, and a train costs an average of $106.
Distance: 175 miles (283 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$122 Average price | $122 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Darlington to Norwich:
A bus is $0.38 (€0.31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darlington to Norwich costing on average $122 (€99).
Other travel options to Norwich take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 45m.
You'll arrive about 1h 14m sooner (3h 17m by train vs 4h 31m by car). Tickets start at around $122 (€99) compared to roughly $81 (€65) 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.
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
Darlington to Norwich train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Norwich trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:26 PM Darlington | 3h52 | 11:18 PM Norwich | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Darlington | 10h39 | 8:09 AM Norwich | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, May 18 | |||||
![]() | 10:27 AM Darlington | 3h45 | 2:12 PM Norwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Darlington to Norwich by train or bus
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Why book with Omio vs London North Eastern Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London North Eastern Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway or London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) to find the best option for your trip from Darlington to Norwich.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare London North Eastern Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Darlington to Norwich.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Norwich
Trains from Darlington to Norwich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $106 (€86) but you can travel from only $82 (€67) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 175 miles (283 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 175 miles (283 km) |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€86) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 8:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Darlington to Norwich trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Darlington and Norwich from $82 (€67). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Darlington to Norwich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Norwich 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 Norwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Darlington to Norwich
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
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