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Trains from Watford Junction to Darlington (DAR)

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33

train journeys
per day

203

miles (327 kms)

3hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

04:15 / 00:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Darlington , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Darlington is approximately 203 miles (327 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 45 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Darlington.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 26 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Watford Junction to Darlington

Journeys from Watford Junction to Darlington Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    04:15
    4 hrs 53 mins2 changes
    09:08
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:14
    4 hrs 8 mins2 changes
    09:22
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:15
    3 hrs 48 mins2 changes
    10:03
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:01
    3 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    10:22
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:15
    3 hrs 43 mins3 changes
    10:58
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:30
    3 hrs 37 mins2 changes
    11:07
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:02
    3 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    11:22
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:32
    3 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    12:03
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:00
    3 hrs 23 mins2 changes
    12:23
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:33
    3 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    13:07
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:02
    3 hrs 21 mins2 changes
    13:23
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:33
    3 hrs 29 mins3 changes
    14:02
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:02
    3 hrs 20 mins2 changes
    14:22
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:33
    3 hrs 34 mins2 changes
    15:07
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:02
    3 hrs 19 mins2 changes
    15:21
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:33
    3 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    16:06
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:02
    3 hrs 19 mins2 changes
    16:21
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:33
    3 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    16:59
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:02
    3 hrs 22 mins2 changes
    17:24
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:33
    3 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    17:59
    Watford Junction
    Darlington
    Watford Junction to Darlington

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
AddressWatford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed byLN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
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 Watford Junction and Darlington

The travel time between Watford Junction and Darlington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:12.

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Amenities on trains between Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction & Darlington. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Darlington.

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