The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Shildon
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Shildon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Shildon will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Darlington for Shildon on Fri, Dec 26, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 26 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
On Fri, Dec 26 the slowest trains will take 18 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 and bus for Darlington to Shildon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Shildon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €3.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€2 Average price Cheapest | €3 Average price |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Darlington to Shildon train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Shildon trains for today, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:55 AM Darlington | 0h18 | 9:13 AM Shildon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:55 AM Darlington | 0h18 | 10:13 AM Shildon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:56 AM Darlington | 0h18 | 11:14 AM Shildon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 26 | |||||
![]() | 6:44 AM Darlington | 0h18 | 7:02 AM Shildon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:57 AM Darlington | 0h18 | 8:15 AM Shildon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Shildon
Trains from Darlington to Shildon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:44, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 06:44 |
Last train 22:20 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Darlington to Shildon trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Darlington and Shildon from $3 (€2). 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 Shildon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Shildon 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 Shildon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Darlington to Shildon
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Ramped access to both platforms via ramped footbridge. Step free access from car park to station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the entrance to the Station Car Park
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