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Darlington to Acklington by train

First train

16:08

Last train

16:08

Departure station

Darlington

Arrival station

Acklington

Journey time

From 1h 27m

Distance

55 miles (88 km)

Changes

1 change

Price

From £18.30

Train operators

London North Eastern Railway

How to travel from Darlington to Acklington by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Darlington to Acklington? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Darlington and Acklington, which usually take 1 hour 27 minutes to complete the 55 miles (88 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 27 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Acklington by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. London North Eastern Railway trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Acklington.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Darlington to Acklington start from £18.30 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Acklington? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

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

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

The fastest journey time by train from Darlington to Acklington is 1 hour and 27 minutes.

How much does the train from Darlington to Acklington cost?

Train ticket prices from Darlington to Acklington can start from as little as £18.30 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.

Is there a direct train from Darlington to Acklington?

No, there are no direct train services from Darlington to Acklington. Travelling from Darlington to Acklington by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

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

The first train from Darlington to Acklington leaves at 16:08. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Darlington to Acklington leaves at 16:08. 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 Darlington and Acklington by train?

Trains travelling from Darlington to Acklington cover a distance of around 55 miles (88 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Darlington to Acklington

Train tickets from Darlington to Acklington start at £18.30 one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets.

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Consider a Season Ticket

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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