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It takes an average of 6h 57m to travel from Canterbury to Darlington by train, over a distance of around 249 miles (401 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Canterbury to Darlington and tickets for this journey start from £72 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:23 | |
| Departure station | Canterbury | |
| Arrival station | Darlington | |
| Journey time | From 5h 28m | |
| Distance | 249 miles (401 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £72 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Canterbury to Darlington in 5 hours 28 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Canterbury to Darlington? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 57 minutes to travel the 249 miles (401 km) from Canterbury to Darlington by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 28 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Southeastern 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 Canterbury to Darlington in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £72.00. 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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How do I find cheap train tickets from Canterbury to Darlington?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.