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Compare train for Hartlepool to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hartlepool to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 17 miles (28 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$13 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Darlington take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 37m.
Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.46 (€-4.41). The journey takes 44m versus 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Hartlepool to Darlington
How to get from Hartlepool to Darlington by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Hartlepool to Darlington is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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C001937:09 AM0h45Hartlepool station (HPL)7:54 AMDarlington station (DAR)$131One-way1 transfer
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C001937:09 AM0h45Hartlepool station (HPL)7:54 AMDarlington station (DAR)$131One-way1 transfer
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C001937:09 AM0h45Hartlepool station (HPL)7:54 AMDarlington station (DAR)$131One-way1 transfer
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Y148099:00 AM0h54Hartlepool station (HPL)9:54 AMDarlington station (DAR)$131One-way1 transfer
P28645 · G858279:26 AM0h56Hartlepool station (HPL)10:22 AMDarlington station (DAR)$131One-way1 transfer
P28635 · G858228:26 AM0h56Hartlepool station (HPL)9:22 AMDarlington station (DAR)$131One-way1 transfer
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Other travel options to Darlington take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 37m.
- Around 7 trains per day.
- Around 6 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hartlepool and Darlington as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Hartlepool station (HPL) and arrive in Darlington station (DAR).
- Travel with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, Grand Central Trains to go to Darlington by train.
- 0 direct trains per day with Northern Trains Limited.
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