The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$239
Average price
$351
Fastest journey
6 h 38 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
494 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Plymouth will cost around $351 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $239.
Of the 2 trains that leave Darlington for Plymouth on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 494 km distance in an average of 6 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 38 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 7 h 1 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 Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a train costs an average of €85.
Distance: 306 miles (494 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€185 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest | €166 Average price |
7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 14m Average total duration 11h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Darlington to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Plymouth trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:13 AM Darlington | 7h01 | 11:14 AM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Darlington | 6h38 | 3:48 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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CrossCountry as well as Cross Country offer trains services from Darlington to Plymouth. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Darlington to Plymouth.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Plymouth
Trains from Darlington to Plymouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $106 (€85) but you can travel from only $49 (€39) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 306 miles (494 km) distance in 6h 24m.
Distance 306 miles (494 km) |
Average train duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€85) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 24m |
First train 04:42 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Darlington to Plymouth trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Darlington and Plymouth from $49 (€39). 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 Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Plymouth 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 Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Darlington to Plymouth
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- 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 Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
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