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Trains from Manchester Stations to Darlington (DAR)

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37

train journeys
per day

77

miles (124 kms)

2hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

02:42 / 02:17

first / last train

17

direct trains

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Darlington , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Darlington is approximately 77 miles (124 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 28 mins.

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

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

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Darlington Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    02:42
    4 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    06:48
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Darlington
    Manchester Piccadilly to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:22
    2 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    06:53
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Darlington
    Manchester Piccadilly to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:00
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    07:44
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:35
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    08:01
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Darlington
    Manchester Piccadilly to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:32
    2 hrs 5 mins Direct
    08:37
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:02
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    09:14
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    2 hrs 5 mins Direct
    09:37
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    2 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    09:58
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    2 hrs 5 mins Direct
    10:37
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:59
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    11:13
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    2 hrs 6 mins Direct
    11:37
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    12:23
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    2 hrs 5 mins Direct
    12:37
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    13:23
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:31
    2 hrs 9 mins Direct
    13:40
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:00
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    14:22
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    2 hrs 5 mins Direct
    14:37
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:55
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    15:21
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:31
    2 hrs 6 mins Direct
    15:37
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:00
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    16:21
    Manchester Victoria
    Darlington
    Manchester Victoria to Darlington

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address York station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
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 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 Manchester Stations and Darlington

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Darlington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 02:17.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Manchester Stations to Darlington

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

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