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Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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18

train journeys
per day

143

miles (230 kms)

3hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

05:59 / 00:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Birmingham International (BHI)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Darlington and Birmingham International , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Darlington to Birmingham International is approximately 143 miles (230 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 2 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Birmingham International.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Darlington to Birmingham International. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Darlington to Birmingham International Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:59
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:11
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    10:26
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:11
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    11:31
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:06
    3 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    12:08
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    12:41
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    13:31
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:10
    3 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    14:29
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:11
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    15:31
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:12
    3 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    16:31
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:11
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    17:31
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:11
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    18:41
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:11
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    19:31
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:11
    3 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    20:31
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:10
    3 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    21:42
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:11
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    22:42
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:12
    3 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    00:09
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:29
    7 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    07:12
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:57
    10 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    10:26
    Darlington
    Birmingham International
    Darlington to Birmingham International

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

About Birmingham International Station

Station name Birmingham International (BHI)
Address Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:00
Saturday 06:15 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Darlington and Birmingham International

The travel time between Darlington and Birmingham International by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Darlington and Birmingham International vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:43.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Darlington & Birmingham International. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Birmingham International.

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