Edinburgh to Darlington train with London North Eastern Railway

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Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Darlington

Showing times and prices for Jan 27

Cheapest

$61

Average

$68

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

C71410

08:30AM1h56

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

10:26AMDarlington station (DAR)

$611One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

C71415

09:30AM1h56

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

11:26AMDarlington station (DAR)

$611One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

C71412

09:00AM1h58

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

10:58AMDarlington station (DAR)

$611One-way

0 transfers

C71408

08:00AM2h03

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

10:03AMDarlington station (DAR)

$631One-way

0 transfers

C65993

09:07AM2h03

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

11:10AMDarlington station (DAR)

$941One-way

0 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Edinburgh to Darlington?

The best time to book your train from Edinburgh to Darlington is 35 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Edinburgh to Darlington route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Edinburgh to Darlington per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Edinburgh to Darlington.

Trains

from $48

Buses

from $27

Fastest train times from Edinburgh to Darlington

Showing times and prices for Jan 27

Fastest Journey

1 h 56 m

Average

2 h

Trains per day

Distance

190 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Edinburgh for Darlington every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

C71410

08:30AM1h56

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

10:26AMDarlington station (DAR)

$611One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

C71415

09:30AM1h56

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

11:26AMDarlington station (DAR)

$611One-way

0 transfers

C71412

09:00AM1h58

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

10:58AMDarlington station (DAR)

$611One-way

0 transfers

C65989

08:07AM2h01

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

10:08AMDarlington station (DAR)

$941One-way

0 transfers

C71408

08:00AM2h03

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

10:03AMDarlington station (DAR)

$631One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Darlington

Trains from Edinburgh to Darlington run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€36) but you can travel from only $17 (€16) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $17 (€16)

Distance

117 miles (189 km)

Average train duration

2h 7m

Cheapest ticket price

$40 (€36)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 55m

First train

05:48

Last train

22:24

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $17 (€16)

Train companies: East Coast, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Darlington trains

For as little as $29 (€26) you can travel by train from Edinburgh to Darlington with East Coast, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

East Coast from Edinburgh to Darlington train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: $30
East Coast frequency: 16 a day

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains between Edinburgh and Darlington. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Train information from Edinburgh to Darlington with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 2 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: $29
CrossCountry frequency: 8 a day

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Darlington

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh to Darlington easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Darlington.

Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Darlington can start from as little as $40 (€36) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to Darlington is $54 (€48); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Edinburgh to Darlington train travel time is 1 h 55 min for the 117 mile (189 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Edinburgh to Darlington leaves at 5: 39 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Edinburgh to Darlington leaves at 10: 22 PM.

Yes, there are 8 direct trains a day from Edinburgh to Darlington with LNER or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the best Edinburgh to Darlington train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with LNER, CrossCountry or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Edinburgh and Darlington to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 22 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley, which is located around 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Darlington, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Darlington from Edinburgh is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Edinburgh to Darlington is March.

You have options as you can travel from Edinburgh to Darlington 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Darlington

Edinburgh

Darlington

The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your trip from Edinburgh to Darlington.

Edinburgh Waverley Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Princes St, Edinburgh EH1 1BB, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
Sun: 07:00 - 23:59

Wifi

Free public Wi-Fi available.

Lockers

You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.

Shopping

Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth

Parking

Car Park: New Street: Long Stay

Dining

Bagel Factory
Burger King
Caffè Nero
Costa Coffee
JD Wetherspoon
The Pasty Shop
The Beer House
M&S
Pret a Manger

Taxis

Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.

Accessibility

Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.

National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,

Hotel

Old Waverley Hotel
Jurys Inn Edinburgh
The Scotsman Hotel

Ticket Office

Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
Sun: 07:00 - 23:59

Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley

Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
Metro: No metro available.

Haymarket

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Haymarket station, Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH12 5EY

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25

Distance to city center

1 km

Shopping

Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food

Parking

Car Park: No

Dining

Sandwich Deli
Snax Corner
Keb’s
Masti

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
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: No

Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel