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Merthyr Tydfil to Darlington train prices and times

Looking to travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Darlington? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as IDR 483,789, with average prices for this route around IDR 1,508,148.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
08:39 6h 20m, No direct Merthyr Tydfil	14:59 Darlington	Find Tickets
08:39 7h 8m, No direct Merthyr Tydfil	15:47 Darlington	Find Tickets
09:39 6h 19m, No direct Merthyr Tydfil	15:58 Darlington	Find Tickets
09:39 7h 5m, No direct Merthyr Tydfil	16:44 Darlington	Find Tickets
10:39 6h 20m, No direct Merthyr Tydfil	16:59 Darlington	Find Tickets
10:39 7h 8m, No direct Merthyr Tydfil	17:47 Paris	Find Tickets

Merthyr Tydfil to Darlington train route details

First train

06:09

Last train

22:37

Departure station

Merthyr Tydfil

Arrival station

Darlington

Journey time

6h 5m

Distance

333 km

Price

IDR 483,789*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Merthyr Tydfil to Darlington

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Merthyr Tydfil 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Merthyr Tydfil to Darlington for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Darlington, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Merthyr Tydfil to Darlington ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Merthyr Tydfil to Darlington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Merthyr Tydfil to Darlington train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Merthyr Tydfil to Darlington from IDR 483,789

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Merthyr Tydfil to Darlington train prices and times

Merthyr Tydfil to Darlington train route details