It takes an average of 29m to travel from Darlington to Chester-le-Street by train, over a distance of around 23 miles (37 km). There are normally 25 trains per day travelling from Darlington to Chester-le-Street and tickets for this journey start from £8.90 when you book in advance.
First train | 05:20 | |
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Last train | 23:40 | |
Departure station | Darlington | |
Arrival station | Chester-le-Street | |
Journey time | From 22m | |
Distance | 23 miles (37 km) | |
Frequency | 25 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £8.90 | |
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If you want to know more about the journey from Darlington to Chester-le-Street by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Darlington to Chester-le-Street by train is 29 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 22 minutes. You'll usually find 25 trains per day travelling the 23 miles (37 km) between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to Chester-le-Street. You'll probably be travelling with TransPennine Express to get to Chester-le-Street, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Darlington to Chester-le-Street start from £8.90 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Chester-le-Street, 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.
The average journey time by train between Darlington and Chester-le-Street is 29 minutes, with around 25 trains 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.
The fastest journey time by train from Darlington to Chester-le-Street is 22 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Darlington to Chester-le-Street can start from as little as £8.90 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.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Darlington to Chester-le-Street without having to change trains. There are 25 direct trains from Darlington to Chester-le-Street each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Darlington to Chester-le-Street leaves at 05:20. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Darlington to Chester-le-Street leaves at 23:40. 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.
Trains travelling from Darlington to Chester-le-Street cover a distance of around 23 miles (37 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Chester-le-Street to Darlington.
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