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Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Lancaster (LAN)

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36

train journeys
per day

60

miles (97 kms)

2hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:37 / 00:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Darlington and Lancaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Darlington to Lancaster is approximately 60 miles (97 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 45 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Lancaster.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Darlington to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 54 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Darlington to Lancaster

Journeys from Darlington to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:37
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:51
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:20
    3 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    09:38
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:31
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:11
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    10:06
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:21
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    10:37
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:32
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:31
    3 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    11:55
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:11
    2 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    12:05
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:17
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    12:55
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:38
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:56
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:00
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    13:26
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:18
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    13:55
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:39
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:58
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:10
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    14:11
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:28
    3 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:39
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:56
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:00
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    15:27
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:28
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:50
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:12
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    16:11
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:27
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    16:51
    Darlington
    Lancaster
    Darlington to Lancaster

About Darlington Station

Station name Darlington (DAR)
Address Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Lancaster Station

Station name Lancaster (LAN)
Address Lancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 19:45
Saturday 05:15 - 19:45
Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Darlington and Lancaster

The travel time between Darlington and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Darlington and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

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Amenities on trains between Darlington and Lancaster can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Darlington & Lancaster. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Lancaster.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Darlington and Lancaster, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.