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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Darlington (DAR)

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34

train journeys
per day

239

miles (385 kms)

3hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

04:41 / 00:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Gatwick Airport and Darlington , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Gatwick Airport to Darlington is approximately 239 miles (385 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 11 mins.

Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Darlington.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Gatwick Airport to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Gatwick Airport to Darlington Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:41
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:38
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:22
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:10
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:40
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:44
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    10:58
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:14
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:06
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:43
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:13
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:03
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:43
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:23
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:13
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:07
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:43
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:23
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:13
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:43
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    15:07
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:43
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    15:21
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:13
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    16:06
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:43
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    16:21
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    17:06
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:43
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    17:24
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:13
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    18:08
    Gatwick Airport
    Darlington
    Gatwick Airport to Darlington

About Gatwick Airport Station

Station name Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Address Gatwick Airport station, South Terminal, Gatwick Airport, West Sussex, RH6 0RD
Managed by GX

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

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 Gatwick Airport and Darlington

The travel time between Gatwick Airport and Darlington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Gatwick Airport and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:41.

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

Amenities on trains between Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport & Darlington. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Gatwick Airport and Darlington.

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