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Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Darlington (DAR)

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40

train journeys
per day

217

miles (350 kms)

3hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

06:24 / 23:59

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Elephant & Castle (EPH) to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Elephant & Castle and Darlington , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Elephant & Castle to Darlington is approximately 217 miles (350 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 54 mins.

Great Northern, CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Darlington.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Elephant & Castle to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 32 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Elephant & Castle to Darlington

Journeys from Elephant & Castle to Darlington Today

  • Mon 6th Jan
    06:24
    3 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    10:03
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    06:44
    3 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    10:22
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:24
    3 hrs 34 mins3 changes
    10:58
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:54
    3 hrs 28 mins2 changes
    11:22
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:24
    3 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    12:03
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:44
    3 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    12:23
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:54
    4 hrs 4 mins3 changes
    12:58
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    09:24
    3 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    13:07
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    09:44
    3 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    13:23
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    09:55
    4 hrs 7 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    14:02
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    10:04
    3 hrs 58 mins4 changes
    14:02
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    10:24
    3 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    14:07
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    10:34
    3 hrs 48 mins3 changes
    14:22
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    10:54
    4 hrs 4 mins3 changes
    14:58
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    11:24
    3 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    15:07
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    11:54
    3 hrs 27 mins2 changes
    15:21
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    12:24
    3 hrs 42 mins2 changes
    16:06
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    12:34
    3 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    16:21
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    12:54
    4 hrs 5 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    16:59
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington
  • Mon 6th Jan
    13:04
    3 hrs 55 mins4 changes
    16:59
    Elephant & Castle
    Darlington
    Elephant & Castle to Darlington

About Elephant & Castle Station

Station name Elephant & Castle (EPH)
AddressElephant & Castle station, Elephant Road, Camberwell, London, SE17 1LB
Managed byTL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 07:00 - 20:10
Saturday 06:40 - 20:10
Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

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 Elephant & Castle and Darlington

The travel time between Elephant & Castle and Darlington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Elephant & Castle and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:59.

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

Amenities on trains between Elephant & Castle 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 Elephant & Castle & Darlington. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

Great Northern, CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Elephant & Castle and Darlington.

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