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Trains to Rainhill from Darlington
It takes an average of 5h 42m to travel from Darlington to Rainhill by train, over a distance of around 91 miles (146 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Darlington to Rainhill and tickets for this journey start from £43.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:34 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:42 | |
| Departure station | Darlington | |
| Arrival station | Rainhill | |
| Journey time | From 2h 56m | |
| Distance | 91 miles (146 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £43.10 | |
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Plan your journey from Darlington to Rainhill
Considering a trip to Rainhill and need more information on how to take the train from Darlington to Rainhill? Start your search with us today!
Usually, the train from Darlington to Rainhill takes around 5 hours 42 minutes. Every day, there are around 4 trains running on this popular route.
There will be 1 change on your journey from Darlington to Rainhill, as there are no direct trains.
Trains on this route are operated by London North Eastern Railway and TransPennine Express.
From Darlington to Rainhill, tickets start from just £43.10. Booking tickets in advance can be cheaper than buying on the day of travel.
Use our Journey Planner to pick the dates and times you want to travel, and we’ll give you all the options.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Darlington to Rainhill?
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
Train tickets from Darlington to Rainhill start at £43.10§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Use a Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.
4. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
5. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
6. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Darlington to Rainhill is right for you.
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.