Manchester to Darlington train

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Darlington

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TransPennine Express Service
04:30AMManchester Victoria2h23 06:53AMDarlington
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06:30AMManchester Victoria2h07 08:37AMDarlington
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07:15AMManchester Victoria1h59 09:14AMDarlington
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08:15AMManchester Victoria2h06 10:21AMDarlington
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08:31AMManchester Victoria2h06 10:37AMDarlington
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Train schedule from Manchester to Darlington

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 24
TransPennine Express Service
04:30AMManchester Victoria2h23 06:53AMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
05:58AMManchester Victoria1h42 07:40AMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
06:27AMManchester Piccadilly2h10 08:37AMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
06:30AMManchester Victoria2h07 08:37AMDarlington
1 transfer
TransPennine Express Service
07:02AMManchester Victoria1h45 08:47AMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
07:15AMManchester Victoria1h59 09:14AMDarlington
1 transfer
TransPennine Express Service
08:00AMManchester Victoria1h47 09:47AMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
08:15AMManchester Victoria2h06 10:21AMDarlington
1 transfer
TransPennine Express Service
08:30AMManchester Piccadilly2h07 10:37AMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
08:31AMManchester Victoria2h06 10:37AMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
09:02AMManchester Victoria1h42 10:44AMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
09:15AMManchester Victoria2h07 11:22AMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
10:00AMManchester Victoria1h47 11:47AMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
10:15AMManchester Victoria2h07 12:22PMDarlington
1 transfer
TransPennine Express Service
10:35AMManchester Piccadilly2h02 12:37PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
11:00AMManchester Victoria1h58 12:58PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
11:15AMManchester Victoria2h07 01:22PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
12:00PMManchester Victoria1h46 01:46PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
12:15PMManchester Victoria2h06 02:21PMDarlington
1 transfer
TransPennine Express Service
12:35PMManchester Piccadilly2h02 02:37PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
01:02PMManchester Victoria1h44 02:46PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
01:15PMManchester Victoria2h06 03:21PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
02:01PMManchester Victoria1h47 03:48PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
02:15PMManchester Victoria1h58 04:13PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
02:35PMManchester Piccadilly2h02 04:37PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
03:00PMManchester Victoria1h45 04:45PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
03:15PMManchester Victoria1h57 05:12PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
04:00PMManchester Victoria1h47 05:47PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
04:15PMManchester Victoria2h07 06:22PMDarlington
1 transfer
TransPennine Express Service
04:30PMManchester Victoria2h11 06:41PMDarlington
1 transfer
TransPennine Express Service
04:30PMManchester Piccadilly2h11 06:41PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
05:01PMManchester Victoria1h47 06:48PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
05:15PMManchester Victoria2h09 07:24PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
06:01PMManchester Victoria1h43 07:44PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
06:15PMManchester Victoria2h05 08:20PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
06:30PMManchester Victoria2h07 08:37PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
06:30PMManchester Piccadilly2h07 08:37PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
07:01PMManchester Victoria1h42 08:43PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
07:15PMManchester Victoria2h09 09:24PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
08:00PMManchester Victoria1h50 09:50PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
08:15PMManchester Victoria2h04 10:19PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
09:00PMManchester Victoria1h51 10:51PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
09:46PMManchester Victoria2h04 11:50PMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
10:15PMManchester Victoria2h42 12:57AMDarlington
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TransPennine Express Service
11:15PMManchester Victoria6h42 05:57AMDarlington
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Fastest train times from Manchester to Darlington

Showing times and prices for Mar 24

Fastest Journey

1 h 42 m

Average

1 h 42 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

124 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester for Darlington every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

TransPennine Express Service
05:58AMManchester Victoria1h42 07:40AMDarlington
0 transfers
231One-way
TransPennine Express Service
09:02AMManchester Victoria1h42 10:44AMDarlington
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231One-way
TransPennine Express Service
07:01PMManchester Victoria1h42 08:43PMDarlington
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231One-way
TransPennine Express Service
06:01PMManchester Victoria1h43 07:44PMDarlington
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231One-way
TransPennine Express Service
01:02PMManchester Victoria1h44 02:46PMDarlington
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231One-way

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Overview: Train from Manchester to Darlington

distanceDistance77 miles (124 km)
durationAverage train duration1 h 42 min
priceAverage train ticket price$12 (€11)
frequencyTrain frequency43 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 22 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesTranspennine Express or Northern Rail

Trains from Manchester to Darlington cover the 77 miles (124 km) long route taking on average 1 h 42 min with our travel partners like Transpennine Express or Northern Rail. Normally, there are 43 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $12 (€11), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $1 (€1). Travelers depart most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive in Darlington.

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Darlington trains

You can travel by train between Manchester and Darlington with Northern Rail (3). When you search Omio for times and tickets, we’ll show you the best deals available.

Northern Rail (3)

Northern Trains is one of many publicly owned train operating companies in the United Kingdom. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Headquartered in York, Northern operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day tickets can be purchased for Northern train journeys from Manchester to Darlington. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Darlington train information:

  • Average Duration: 7 h 30 min
  • Northern Rail (3) frequency: 1 a day

Travel Tips: Trains from Manchester to Darlington

Travel Tips: Travel by train 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 Manchester to Darlington.
FAQs
Train tickets between Manchester and Darlington for some dates and times can be found for as cheap as $1 (€1)  one way in the next 7 days.
The train price to Darlington from Manchester is on average $12 (€11)  if you are looking to buy your tickets for this journey in the next 7 days.
When traveling this route you should expect the distance to Darlington from Manchester by train to be approximately 77 miles (124 km).
On average the Manchester to Darlington train time is 1 h 42 min  covering the 77 mile (124 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly   and arriving in Darlington.

Passengers board their train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly and travel around 0.6 miles (954 m) from the city center to this train station.

Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at Darlington and need to travel approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) from the train station to the city center in Darlington.

For the trip from Manchester to Darlington you can take a train with Transpennine Express or Northern Rail. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services from Manchester to Darlington on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Yes, there are 22 direct trains per day from Manchester to Darlington with Transpennine Express, and you won’t need to transfer at another stop in between. Direct train services tend to offer more convenience and save you time when traveling to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to before you purchase your train ticket.
The average number of trains departing Manchester for Darlington is 43 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.
The first Manchester to Darlington train departs at 5: 58 AM   and the last train from Manchester to Darlington leaves at 11: 23 PM. Check out the most up-to-date train schedule from Manchester to Darlington on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.
The price of a one way train ticket from Manchester to Darlington is on average $12 (€11) if you buy within the next 7 days. But we recommend booking tickets before your planned travel date to find the best prices for trains from all possible train companies offering this route. In general, you can find train tickets from Manchester to Darlington available a few months in advance.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Manchester
Darlington
The major railway station for departures from Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey between Manchester and Darlington.
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+44 3457114141
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Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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Public transit options for Manchester Airport
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
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Public transit options for Manchester Victoria
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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