The cheapest and fastest trains from Stevenage to Darlington
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stevenage to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stevenage to Darlington will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 6 trains that leave Stevenage for Darlington on Sun, Jun 21, 2 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 305 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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.
C02113 · G801647:58 PM2h48Stevenage station (SVG)10:46 PMDarlington station (DAR)$711One-way1 transfer
C021047:55 PM2h22Stevenage station (SVG)10:17 PMDarlington station (DAR)$821One-way0 transfers
C019136:55 PM2h10Stevenage station (SVG)9:05 PMDarlington station (DAR)$821One-way0 transfers
C02134 · G802716:59 PM2h33Stevenage station (SVG)9:32 PMDarlington station (DAR)$931One-way1 transfer
G80149+
C930175:17 PM2h45Stevenage station (SVG)8:02 PMDarlington station (DAR)$931One-way1 transfer
C019136:55 PM2h10Stevenage station (SVG)9:05 PMDarlington station (DAR)$821One-way0 transfers
C021047:55 PM2h22Stevenage station (SVG)10:17 PMDarlington station (DAR)$821One-way0 transfers
C02134 · G802716:59 PM2h33Stevenage station (SVG)9:32 PMDarlington station (DAR)$931One-way1 transfer
C02097 · G802655:58 PM2h35Stevenage station (SVG)8:33 PMDarlington station (DAR)$991One-way1 transfer
G80149+
C930175:17 PM2h45Stevenage station (SVG)8:02 PMDarlington station (DAR)$931One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stevenage to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stevenage to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $67.
Distance: 189 miles (305 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $243 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stevenage to Darlington:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stevenage to Darlington costing on average $77 (€63).
A bus is $206 (€169) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stevenage to Darlington costing on average $243 (€199).
Other travel options to Darlington take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 32m.
Bus takes on average 8h 25m.
The journey is about 1h 14m faster (2h 32m by train vs 3h 46m by car) and roughly $0.39 (€0.32) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($77 (€63) vs $77 (€63)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Stevenage to Darlington by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stevenage to Darlington
Trains from Stevenage to Darlington run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 189 miles (305 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 189 miles (305 km) |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 10:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Stevenage to Darlington trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Stevenage and Darlington from $29 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Stevenage to Darlington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stevenage to Darlington 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 Darlington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Stevenage to Darlington
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:30 Saturday 06:45 - 21:30 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
- Car Park: Railway South Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: WC available on station concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
- Storage location: Long and short term car park areas
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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