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It takes an average of 11h 14m to travel from Portsmouth to Darlington by train, over a distance of around 256 miles (413 km). There are normally 14 trains per day travelling from Portsmouth to Darlington and tickets for this journey start from £53.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:32 | |
| Departure station | Portsmouth | |
| Arrival station | Darlington | |
| Journey time | From 5h 48m | |
| Distance | 256 miles (413 km) | |
| Frequency | 14 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £53.20 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Portsmouth to Darlington in 5 hours 48 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Portsmouth to Darlington? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 11 hours 14 minutes to travel the 256 miles (413 km) from Portsmouth to Darlington by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 48 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 14 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or East Midlands Railway to Darlington. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Portsmouth to Darlington in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £53.20. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Darlington by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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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
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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.