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London Kings Cross to Darlington train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Kings Cross to Darlington? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £ 18.75, with average prices for this route around £ 24.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Tue, Sep 2
From £ 24.80
Wed, Sep 3
From £ 20.30
Thu, Sep 4
From £ 22.55
Fri, Sep 5
From £ 20.30
Sat, Sep 6
From £ 24.80
Sun, Sep 7
From £ 19.10
Mon, Sep 8
From £ 18.75

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
13:00 London Kings Cross	15:21 Darlington	2h 21m, Direct	Find Tickets
13:30 London Kings Cross	16:06 Darlington	2h 36m, Direct	Find Tickets
14:00 London Kings Cross	16:21 Darlington	2h 21m, Direct	Find Tickets
14:27 London Kings Cross	16:59 Darlington	2h 32m, No direct	Find Tickets
14:30 London Kings Cross	17:06 Darlington	2h 36m, Direct	Find Tickets
14:56 London Kings Cross	18:08 Paris	3h 12m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Kings Cross to Darlington train route details

First train

06:15

Last train

23:33

Departure station

London Kings Cross

Arrival station

Darlington

Journey time

2h 19m

Distance

347 km

Price

£ 18.75*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Grand Central, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Darlington

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between London Kings Cross and Darlington on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Kings Cross to Darlington during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Kings Cross to Darlington, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from London Kings Cross to Darlington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Kings Cross to Darlington train ticket types

Save money on your trip from London Kings Cross to Darlington with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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