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Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington by train
It takes an average of 2h 10m to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington by train, over a distance of around 118 miles (190 km). There are normally 41 trains per day traveling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington and tickets for this journey start from $21.44 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:48 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 9:00 pm | |
| Departure station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Arrival station | Darlington | |
| Journey time | From 1h 53m | |
| Distance | 118 miles (190 km) | |
| Frequency | 41 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $21.44 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway |
How to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington? Look no further.
You'll usually find 41 trains per day running between Edinburgh (Waverley) and Darlington, which usually take 2 hours 10 minutes to complete the 190 km journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 53 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available.
You can save money on train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $21.44. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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FAQs about the train journey from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington
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Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington
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