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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Darlington (DAR)

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15

train journeys
per day

101

miles (163 kms)

4hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

06:47 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port and Darlington , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ellesmere Port to Darlington is approximately 101 miles (163 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 19 mins.

CrossCountry, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Darlington.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ellesmere Port to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Darlington Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:47
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    10:37
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    07:49
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    11:37
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    08:42
    3 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    12:37
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    09:42
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    13:40
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    10:42
    3 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    14:37
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    11:42
    3 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    15:37
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    12:42
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    16:40
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    13:42
    3 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    17:37
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    14:42
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    18:43
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    3 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    19:41
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    16:42
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    20:38
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    21:44
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    18:46
    4 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    22:52
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    19:49
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    00:01
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    23:19
    9 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    08:37
    Ellesmere Port
    Darlington
    Ellesmere Port to Darlington

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ellesmere Port and Darlington

The travel time between Ellesmere Port and Darlington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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

Amenities on trains between Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port & Darlington. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Darlington.

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