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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Wolverhampton
Cheapest price
$187
Average price
$187
Fastest journey
6 h 8 m
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Wolverhampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Wolverhampton will cost around $187 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $187.
Of the 1 trains that leave Darlington for Wolverhampton on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 219 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 8 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 8 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.
8:50 AM6h08Darlington2:58 PMWolverhampton$1871One-way0 transfers
- 8:50 AM6h08Darlington2:58 PMWolverhampton$1871One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Darlington to Wolverhampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Wolverhampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $67.
Distance: 136 miles (219 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$117 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m 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 Wolverhampton:
A bus is $97 (€79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darlington to Wolverhampton costing on average $117 (€95).
Other travel options to Wolverhampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 30m.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (2h 49m by train vs 3h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $117 (€95) compared to roughly $62 (€51) 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 Wolverhampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Wolverhampton trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:50 AM Darlington | 6h08 | 2:58 PM Wolverhampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Wolverhampton
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Trains from Darlington to Wolverhampton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€55) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 136 miles (219 km) |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€55) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 4:57 AM |
Last train 11:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Darlington to Wolverhampton trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Darlington and Wolverhampton from $20 (€16). 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 Wolverhampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Darlington to Wolverhampton
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- 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
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Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
- Car Park: Multi storey
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
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