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It takes an average of 4h 25m to travel from Southend to Darlington by train, over a distance of around 226 miles (363 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Southend to Darlington and tickets for this journey start from £98 when you book in advance.
| First train | 09:51 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:17 | |
| Departure station | Southend | |
| Arrival station | Darlington | |
| Journey time | From 4h 11m | |
| Distance | 226 miles (363 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £98 | |
| Train operators | Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, c2c |
Taking the train from Southend to Darlington in 4 hours 11 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Southend to Darlington? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 25 minutes to travel the 226 miles (363 km) from Southend to Darlington by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or Thameslink 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 Southend to Darlington in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £98.00. 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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How do I find cheap train tickets from Southend to Darlington?
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.