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Trains from Derby (DBY) to Darlington (DAR)

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24

train journeys
per day

111

miles (178 kms)

2hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

06:45 / 00:21

first / last train

17

direct trains

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Derby (DBY) to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Derby and Darlington , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Derby to Darlington is approximately 111 miles (178 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Darlington.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Derby to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 4 mins.

Journeys from Derby to Darlington Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    08:58
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    1 hrs 57 mins Direct
    09:14
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    2 hrs 8 mins Direct
    09:58
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:45
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    10:58
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    1 hrs 57 mins Direct
    11:13
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:45
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    11:58
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:45
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    12:58
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:45
    2 hrs 17 mins Direct
    14:02
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    2 hrs 14 mins Direct
    14:59
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:45
    2 hrs 14 mins Direct
    15:59
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:17
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    16:21
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    2 hrs 14 mins Direct
    16:59
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:45
    2 hrs 14 mins Direct
    17:59
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:45
    2 hrs 14 mins Direct
    18:59
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:17
    2 hrs 12 mins Direct
    19:29
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:45
    2 hrs 19 mins Direct
    20:04
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:14
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    20:20
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:45
    2 hrs 14 mins Direct
    20:59
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:00
    1 hrs 44 mins Direct
    21:44
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:33
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    23:56
    Derby
    Darlington
    Derby to Darlington

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 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 Unavailable
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 Derby and Darlington

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

The departure and arrival times for trains between Derby and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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

Amenities on trains between Derby 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 Derby to Darlington

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Derby and Darlington.

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