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Cosham to Darlington by train

First train

04:24

Last train

08:39

Departure station

Cosham

Arrival station

Darlington

Journey time

From 6h 20m

Distance

255 miles (410 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Southern

Travel from Cosham to Darlington by train in 6 hours 20 minutes

If you want to know more about the journey from Cosham to Darlington by train, look no further!

The average journey time from Cosham to Darlington by train is 6 hours 27 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 6 hours 20 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day travelling the 255 miles (410 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Darlington. You'll be travelling with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry or Southern on your way to Darlington, as these are the main rail operators on this route.

Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Cosham to Darlington.

Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Darlington, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Cosham to Darlington? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Cosham to Darlington take?

The average journey time by train between Cosham and Darlington is 6 hours and 27 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Cosham and Darlington by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Cosham to Darlington is 6 hours and 20 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Cosham to Darlington?

No, there are no direct train services from Cosham to Darlington. Travelling from Cosham to Darlington by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Cosham to Darlington leave?

The first train from Cosham to Darlington leaves at 04:24. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Cosham to Darlington leave?

The last train from Cosham to Darlington leaves at 08:39. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Cosham and Darlington by train?

Trains travelling from Cosham to Darlington cover a distance of around 255 miles (410 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Darlington to Cosham.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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