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It takes an average of 5h 48m to travel from Basingstoke to Darlington by train, over a distance of around 226 miles (363 km). There are normally 18 trains per day travelling from Basingstoke to Darlington and tickets for this journey start from £75.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:47 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:49 | |
| Departure station | Basingstoke | |
| Arrival station | Darlington | |
| Journey time | From 4h 41m | |
| Distance | 226 miles (363 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £75.20 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Basingstoke to Darlington in 4 hours 41 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Basingstoke to Darlington? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 48 minutes to travel the 226 miles (363 km) from Basingstoke to Darlington by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 41 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 18 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or TransPennine Express to Darlington. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Basingstoke to Darlington in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £75.20. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Darlington by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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The price of train tickets from Basingstoke to Darlington starts at £75.20 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.