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Trains from London Paddington to Darlington (DAR)

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38

train journeys
per day

215

miles (346 kms)

2hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from London Paddington to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between London Paddington and Darlington , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Paddington to Darlington is approximately 215 miles (346 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 24 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between London Paddington and Darlington.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Paddington to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from London Paddington to Darlington Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    3 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    09:08
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:25
    2 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    09:22
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    10:04
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    10:22
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:57
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:58
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    11:06
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    11:22
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    12:03
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    12:23
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    13:07
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    13:23
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:57
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    14:02
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    14:07
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    14:22
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:00
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    15:07
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    15:21
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:00
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    16:06
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    16:21
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:57
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    16:59
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:00
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    17:06
    London Paddington
    Darlington
    London Paddington to Darlington

About London Paddington Station

Station name London Paddington (PAD)
Address London Paddington station, Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 22:15
Tuesday 06:10 - 22:15
Wednesday 06:10 - 22:15
Thursday 06:10 - 22:15
Friday 06:10 - 22:15
Saturday 06:10 - 22:15
Sunday 07:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 London Paddington and Darlington

The travel time between London Paddington and Darlington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Paddington and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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

Amenities on trains between London Paddington 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 London Paddington & Darlington. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between London Paddington and Darlington.

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