The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Darlington
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
80
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Darlington will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 80 trains that leave York for Darlington on Fri, Nov 07, 80 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 26 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.
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C26393Travel Information
Compare train and bus for York to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 43 miles (70 km)
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0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
York to Darlington train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Darlington trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y23450 | On time 4:56 PM York station (YRK) | 0h28 | 5:24 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00127 | 5:06 PM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 5:37 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26381 | 5:18 PM York station (YRK) | 0h29 | 5:47 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23671 | 5:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0h27 | 5:59 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23453 | On time 5:36 PM York station (YRK) | 0h32 | 6:08 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00143 | On time 5:56 PM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 6:22 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26378 | On time 6:20 PM York station (YRK) | 0h27 | 6:47 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23675 | 6:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0h28 | 7:00 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00137 | On time 6:35 PM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 7:06 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23461 | 6:57 PM York station (YRK) | 0h27 | 7:24 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23184 | On time 7:04 PM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 7:30 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26375 | On time 7:16 PM York station (YRK) | 0h27 | 7:43 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23464 | 7:31 PM York station (YRK) | 0h28 | 7:59 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23678 | 7:34 PM York station (YRK) | 0h30 | 8:04 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23467 | 7:54 PM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 8:20 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00128 | 8:07 PM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 8:38 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26372 | On time 8:17 PM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 8:43 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23374 | On time 8:20 PM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 8:51 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23680 | On time 8:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0h27 | 8:59 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23470 | On time 8:36 PM York station (YRK) | 0h28 | 9:04 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23472 | On time 8:59 PM York station (YRK) | 0h27 | 9:26 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26369 | On time 9:20 PM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 9:51 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23378 | On time 9:33 PM York station (YRK) | 0h33 | 10:06 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23190 | 9:46 PM York station (YRK) | 0h28 | 10:14 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23381 | 9:53 PM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 10:19 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26882 | On time 10:20 PM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 10:51 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26841 | On time 10:40 PM York station (YRK) | 0h41 | 11:21 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26366 | On time 11:09 PM York station (YRK) | 0h40 | 11:49 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23384 | 11:12 PM York station (YRK) | 0h44 | 11:56 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26721 | On time 11:28 PM York station (YRK) | 0h42 | 12:10 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23388 | 12:22 AM York station (YRK) | 0h38 | 1:00 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26713 | 6:18 AM York station (YRK) | 0h30 | 6:48 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23643 | 6:27 AM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 6:53 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23403 | On time 6:36 AM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 7:07 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C25998 | On time 7:13 AM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 7:44 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23476 | On time 7:35 AM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 8:01 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00122 | 8:07 AM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 8:38 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C25996 | On time 8:21 AM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 8:47 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23644 | 8:32 AM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 8:58 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00134 | On time 8:36 AM York station (YRK) | 0h32 | 9:08 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01401 | On time 8:45 AM York station (YRK) | 0h29 | 9:14 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00135 | On time 8:56 AM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 9:22 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00123 | 9:05 AM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 9:36 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26405 | On time 9:21 AM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 9:47 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23647 | 9:32 AM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 9:58 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23413 | On time 9:35 AM York station (YRK) | 0h28 | 10:03 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23415 | On time 9:55 AM York station (YRK) | 0h27 | 10:22 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23204 | 10:19 AM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 10:45 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26402 | On time 10:22 AM York station (YRK) | 0h28 | 10:50 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23650 | On time 10:32 AM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 10:58 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23418 | 10:35 AM York station (YRK) | 0h32 | 11:07 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23421 | 10:56 AM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 11:22 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00124 | 11:07 AM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 11:38 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26399 | On time 11:21 AM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 11:47 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23652 | On time 11:32 AM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 11:58 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23424 | 11:35 AM York station (YRK) | 0h28 | 12:03 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23477 | On time 11:56 AM York station (YRK) | 0h27 | 12:23 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23206 | 12:18 PM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 12:44 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26396 | On time 12:23 PM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 12:49 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23655 | On time 12:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0h27 | 12:59 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23428 | 12:35 PM York station (YRK) | 0h32 | 1:07 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23431 | On time 12:55 PM York station (YRK) | 0h28 | 1:23 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00125 | 1:07 PM York station (YRK) | 0h32 | 1:39 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26393 | On time 1:20 PM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 1:46 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23658 | On time 1:33 PM York station (YRK) | 0h29 | 2:02 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23435 | On time 1:36 PM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 2:07 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23480 | On time 1:55 PM York station (YRK) | 0h27 | 2:22 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26390 | On time 2:16 PM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 2:42 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23170 | On time 2:22 PM York station (YRK) | 0h29 | 2:51 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23661 | On time 2:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0h27 | 2:59 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23438 | On time 2:35 PM York station (YRK) | 0h32 | 3:07 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23441 | On time 2:55 PM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 3:21 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00126 | 3:07 PM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 3:38 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26387 | 3:21 PM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 3:47 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23666 | On time 3:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 3:58 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23444 | On time 3:35 PM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 4:06 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P00141 | On time 3:55 PM York station (YRK) | 0h26 | 4:21 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26384 | 4:17 PM York station (YRK) | 0h27 | 4:44 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23668 | On time 4:32 PM York station (YRK) | 0h27 | 4:59 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23447 | On time 4:35 PM York station (YRK) | 0h31 | 5:06 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Darlington
Distance 43 miles (70 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from York to Darlington start from as low as $9 (€8) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $17 (€14) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: TransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from York to Darlington trainsTransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between York and Darlington from $7 (€6). 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 York to Darlington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York to Darlington
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- 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: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
- 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
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