How to travel from Hartlepool to Darlington

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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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Train
Driving

$13

Average price

Cheapest

$8

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 14m

Average total duration

Fastest

44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

42m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Northern Rail

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The cheapest way to travel from Hartlepool to Darlington is a train with an average price of $13 (€11).
The fastest way to travel from Hartlepool to Darlington is by train with an average journey time of 1h 14m.

Other travel options to Darlington take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 37m.

Yes, you can take a train between Hartlepool and Darlington.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hartlepool to Darlington among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

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.

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from Hartlepool to Darlington

How to get from Hartlepool to Darlington by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Hartlepool to Darlington is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Northern RailG85813+Grand Central TrainsC00193
    7:09 AM0h45
    Hartlepool station (HPL)
    7:54 AMDarlington station (DAR)
    $131One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Northern RailG85813+Grand Central TrainsC00193
    7:09 AM0h45
    Hartlepool station (HPL)
    7:54 AMDarlington station (DAR)
    $131One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Northern RailG85813+Grand Central TrainsC00193
    7:09 AM0h45
    Hartlepool station (HPL)
    7:54 AMDarlington station (DAR)
    $131One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Northern RailC32284+Grand Central TrainsY14809
    9:00 AM0h54
    Hartlepool station (HPL)
    9:54 AMDarlington station (DAR)
    $131One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailP28645 · G85827
    9:26 AM0h56
    Hartlepool station (HPL)
    10:22 AMDarlington station (DAR)
    $131One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailP28635 · G85822
    8:26 AM0h56
    Hartlepool station (HPL)
    9:22 AMDarlington station (DAR)
    $131One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Hartlepool to Darlington

Travel 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 Hartlepool to Darlington.

FAQs
You can travel between Hartlepool and Darlington by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Hartlepool to Darlington is a train with an average price of $13 (€11).
The fastest way to travel from Hartlepool to Darlington is by train with an average journey time of 1h 14m.

Other travel options to Darlington take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 37m.

The distance from Hartlepool to Darlington is approximately 17 miles (28 km).
The average frequency per day from Hartlepool to Darlington is:
  • 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.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hartlepool to Darlington:
  • Trains mostly depart from Hartlepool station (HPL) and arrive in Darlington station (DAR).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hartlepool to Darlington, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, Grand Central Trains to go to Darlington by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Hartlepool to Darlington:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Northern Trains Limited.
Omio customers who travel from Hartlepool to Darlington often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Manchester, York. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Darlington and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Darlington to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling visit to Darlington, spending 2 to 3 days should be sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Head of Steam Railway Museum, South Park, and the Darlington Hippodrome, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.

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