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It takes an average of 4h 53m to travel from Darlington to Birmingham International by train, over a distance of around 143 miles (230 km). There are normally 58 trains per day travelling from Darlington to Birmingham International and tickets for this journey start from £39.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:27 | |
| Departure station | Darlington | |
| Arrival station | Birmingham International | |
| Journey time | From 2h 44m | |
| Distance | 143 miles (230 km) | |
| Frequency | 58 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £39.60 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Darlington to Birmingham International by train
Looking to travel from Darlington to Birmingham International by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 53 minutes to travel from Darlington to Birmingham International by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 44 minutes though. You'll usually find 58 trains per day running along the 143 miles (230 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Birmingham International, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales to get to Birmingham International. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Darlington to Birmingham International in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £39.60.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Darlington to Birmingham International?
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.