Train from Darlington to Birmingham: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Darlington to Birmingham on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Darlington
Birmingham New StreetCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Darlington
Birmingham New StreetFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Darlington
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Darlington
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Darlington
Birmingham New StreetNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 10:22 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Darlington to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
3hAverage Duration
228 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$88 - $90Average Duration5h 20m
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$72 - $643Average Duration2h 55m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$34 - $47Average Duration3h
10kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Darlington to Birmingham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Darlington to Birmingham?

    The cheapest train tickets from Darlington to Birmingham start at $72. The average price for this train route is around $268. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Darlington to Birmingham?

    The average train trip from Darlington to Birmingham takes 2h 55m and covers 229 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 20m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Darlington to Birmingham route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Darlington to Birmingham?

    The earliest train from Darlington to Birmingham departs at 7:10am. The latest train departs at 8:11pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-28
$136
11-29
$121
Today
$108
12-01
No data
12-02
$69
12-03
$68
12-04
$85
12-05
$110
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Darlington to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $68

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Darlington to Birmingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $68 to $616 for a train ticket from Darlington to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2025-12-03.

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