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Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Darlington (DAR)

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37

train journeys
per day

221

miles (356 kms)

4hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

04:16 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Rayleigh and Darlington , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rayleigh to Darlington is approximately 221 miles (356 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 25 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Rayleigh and Darlington.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rayleigh to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Rayleigh to Darlington Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:16
    4 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    05:16
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    09:22
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    05:46
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    06:16
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    06:46
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    10:58
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    07:06
    4 hrs 2 changes
    11:06
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    07:26
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    08:06
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:03
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    08:26
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:23
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    09:06
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    13:07
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    09:26
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:23
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    09:46
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    14:02
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    10:06
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    14:07
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    10:26
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    11:06
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    15:07
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    11:26
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:21
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    12:06
    4 hrs 2 changes
    16:06
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    12:26
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    16:21
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    12:46
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    16:59
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington
  • Mon 6th May
    13:06
    4 hrs 2 changes
    17:06
    Rayleigh
    Darlington
    Rayleigh to Darlington

About Rayleigh Station

Station name Rayleigh (RLG)
Address Rayleigh station, Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7HJ
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:30
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 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 Rayleigh and Darlington

The travel time between Rayleigh and Darlington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rayleigh 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 04:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh & Darlington. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Rayleigh and Darlington.

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