How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Darlington?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Darlington start from £30. The average price for this train route is around £144. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Darlington?

The average train journey time from Birmingham to Darlington is 2h 56m, covering a distance of 142 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 17m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Darlington route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Birmingham to Darlington departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 19:28.

Train Birmingham to Darlington from £29

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Darlington on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:03	Birmingham New Street	2h 55m	09:58	Darlington	Cheapest
Train	10:27	Birmingham New Street	2h 17m	12:44	Darlington	Fastest
Train	07:03	Birmingham New Street	2h 55m	09:58	Darlington	No tags
Train	08:03	Birmingham New Street	2h 55m	10:58	Darlington	No tags
Train	08:03	Birmingham New Street	2h 55m	10:58	Darlington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 12:23 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Darlington

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 50mAverage duration

141 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£30 - £48	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£30 - £346	Average duration2h 56m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £16	Average duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £30

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Darlington by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Darlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Darlington start from £30. The average price for this train route is around £144. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Darlington?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Darlington is 2h 56m, covering a distance of 142 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 17m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Darlington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Darlington?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Darlington departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 19:28.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Darlington was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £41

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

You can expect to pay from £41 to £170 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £41, which is on 2025-12-03.