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Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Birmingham Stations

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18

train journeys
per day

143

miles (230 kms)

2hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

05:59 / 00:43

first / last train

15

direct trains

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Darlington (DAR) to Birmingham Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Darlington and Birmingham Stations , with 15 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Darlington to Birmingham Stations is approximately 143 miles (230 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 37 mins.

CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Birmingham Stations .

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Darlington to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Darlington to Birmingham Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:59
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    09:08
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:11
    2 hrs 53 mins Direct
    10:04
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:11
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    11:06
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:06
    2 hrs 22 mins Direct
    11:28
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:11
    2 hrs 53 mins Direct
    12:04
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    13:05
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:10
    2 hrs 54 mins Direct
    14:04
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:11
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    15:06
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:12
    2 hrs 52 mins Direct
    16:04
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:11
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    17:06
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:11
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    18:06
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:11
    2 hrs 55 mins Direct
    19:06
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:11
    2 hrs 54 mins Direct
    20:05
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:10
    2 hrs 57 mins Direct
    21:07
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:11
    2 hrs 57 mins Direct
    22:08
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:12
    3 hrs 16 mins Direct
    23:28
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:29
    8 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    08:06
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:57
    10 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    10:04
    Darlington
    Birmingham New Street
    Darlington to Birmingham New Street

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 Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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 Stations

The travel time between Darlington and Birmingham Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Darlington and Birmingham Stations 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.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 15 direct services per day from Darlington to Birmingham Stations

CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Darlington and Birmingham Stations .

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