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Trains from Atherton (ATN) to Darlington (DAR)

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33

train journeys
per day

78

miles (126 kms)

2hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 00:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Atherton (ATN) to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Atherton and Darlington , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Atherton to Darlington is approximately 78 miles (126 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 59 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Atherton and Darlington.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Atherton to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 36 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Atherton to Darlington

Journeys from Atherton to Darlington Today

  • Mon 6th Jan
    00:08
    6 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    06:48
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    06:07
    2 hrs 40 mins1 change
    08:47
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    06:37
    2 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    09:22
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:07
    2 hrs 40 mins1 change
    09:47
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:37
    2 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    10:22
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:07
    2 hrs 43 mins1 change
    10:50
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:36
    2 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    11:22
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    09:07
    2 hrs 40 mins1 change
    11:47
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    09:36
    2 hrs 47 mins2 changes
    12:23
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    10:07
    2 hrs 40 mins1 change
    12:47
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    10:36
    2 hrs 47 mins2 changes
    13:23
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    11:07
    2 hrs 39 mins1 change
    13:46
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    11:36
    2 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    14:22
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    12:07
    2 hrs 41 mins1 change
    14:48
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    12:36
    2 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    15:21
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    13:07
    2 hrs 40 mins1 change
    15:47
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    13:36
    2 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    16:21
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    14:07
    2 hrs 40 mins1 change
    16:47
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    14:36
    2 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    17:24
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    15:07
    2 hrs 40 mins1 change
    17:47
    Atherton
    Darlington
    Atherton to Darlington

About Atherton Station

Station name Atherton (ATN)
AddressAtherton station, Upton Road, Atherton, Lancashire, M46 9RH
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 06:10 - 23:20
Tuesday 06:10 - 23:20
Wednesday 06:10 - 23:20
Thursday 06:10 - 23:20
Friday 06:10 - 23:20
Saturday 06:10 - 23:20
Sunday 09:20 - 18:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Darlington Station

Station name Darlington (DAR)
AddressDarlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA
Managed byGR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Atherton and Darlington

The travel time between Atherton and Darlington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Atherton and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:28.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Atherton & Darlington. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Atherton and Darlington.

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