Trains from Manchester to Darlington from $21.28*

Trains from Manchester to Darlington from $21.28*

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Manchester to Darlington Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Darlington, starting from $21.28 and averaging $47.39. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 4m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Fri, Nov 22
    From $21.28
  • Sat, Nov 23
    From $21.40
  • Sun, Nov 24
    From $21.40
  • Mon, Nov 25
    From $21.40
  • Tue, Nov 26
    From $21.40
  • Wed, Nov 27
    From $21.28
  • Thu, Nov 28
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:00
Manchester Victoria
07:44
Darlington
2h 44m, Changes requiredTransPennine Express
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05:30
Manchester Piccadilly
08:01
Darlington
2h 31m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressLNER
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06:32
Manchester Victoria
08:37
Darlington
2h 5m, DirectTransPennine Express
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07:02
Manchester Victoria
09:14
Darlington
2h 12m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressCrossCountry
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07:32
Manchester Victoria
09:37
Darlington
2h 5m, DirectTransPennine Express
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07:46
Manchester Victoria
10:22
Paris
2h 36m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressLNER
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Manchester to Darlington Train Route Details

The Manchester to Darlington train ticket is from $21.28. The average travel time is 2h 4m, covering a distance of approximately 124 mile. There are usually 36 daily trains provided by TransPennine Express,LNER,CrossCountry. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
02:44
Last train
Last train
22:15
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 4m
Distance
Distance
124 mile
Price
Price
$21.28*

Manchester to Darlington Train Travel Guide

Manchester to Darlington Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Darlington

Trains running from Manchester to Darlington will typically depart from Manchester Victoria and arrive at Darlington. The journey takes around 2h 4m.

Book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Darlington

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Darlington. If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can benefit from group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options, which provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes traveling from Manchester to Darlington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save money on your train journey from Manchester to Darlington. These tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used during less busy periods, typically outside of the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows for flexibility, opting for off-peak hours can lead to substantial cost savings. It's important to note that in most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday, while in other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

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