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Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Leeds (LDS)

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52

train journeys
per day

50

miles (80 kms)

53 mins

fastest journey

04:56 / 00:43

first / last train

31

direct trains

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Leeds (LDS)

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On a typical weekday there are 52 scheduled rail journeys between Darlington and Leeds , with 31 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Darlington to Leeds is approximately 50 miles (80 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 10 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Darlington to Leeds. The fastest journey time on this route takes 53 mins.

Journeys from Darlington to Leeds Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:56
    1 hrs 15 mins Direct
    06:11
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:17
    1 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    06:42
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:59
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    07:08
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    1 hrs 2 mins Direct
    07:12
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:31
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    07:39
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:11
    57 mins Direct
    08:08
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:18
    55 mins Direct
    08:13
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    08:40
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:11
    56 mins Direct
    09:07
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    55 mins Direct
    09:13
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    09:40
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:11
    57 mins Direct
    10:08
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:17
    55 mins Direct
    10:12
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:27
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    10:41
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:10
    58 mins Direct
    11:08
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:18
    54 mins Direct
    11:12
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:28
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    11:41
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:10
    57 mins Direct
    12:07
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:17
    53 mins Direct
    12:10
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:28
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    12:41
    Darlington
    Leeds
    Darlington to Leeds

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 Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Darlington and Leeds

The travel time between Darlington and Leeds by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Darlington and Leeds vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 52 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

First class tickets on trains between Darlington and Leeds typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 31 direct services per day from Darlington to Leeds

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

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