| First train | 09:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:57 | |
| Departure station | Colchester Town | |
| Arrival station | Darlington | |
| Journey time | From 4h 21m | |
| Distance | 208 miles (335 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
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Thinking about taking the train from Colchester Town to Darlington? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 1 minute to travel the 208 miles (335 km) from Colchester Town to Darlington by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 21 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 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, Greater Anglia or CrossCountry 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 Colchester Town to Darlington in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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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