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Selly Oak to Darlington train prices and times

Planning a journey from Selly Oak to Darlington? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as € 46.75, with average prices for this route around € 46.75. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
16:32 3h 32m, No direct Selly Oak	20:04 Darlington	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
17:02 2h 57m, No direct Selly Oak	19:59 Darlington	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
17:32 3h 27m, No direct Selly Oak	20:59 Darlington	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
18:32 3h 42m, No direct Selly Oak	22:14 Darlington	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:03 3h 3m, No direct Selly Oak	22:06 Darlington	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:32 4h 17m, No direct Selly Oak	23:49 Paris	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Selly Oak to Darlington train route details

First train

00:02

Last train

22:32

Departure station

Selly Oak

Arrival station

Darlington

Journey time

2h 41m

Distance

234 km

Price

€ 46.75*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Selly Oak to Darlington

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Selly Oak to Darlington. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Selly Oak 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 Selly Oak to Darlington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Selly Oak to Darlington train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Selly Oak to Darlington train prices and times

Selly Oak to Darlington train route details