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Trains from London Waterloo to Darlington (DAR)

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39

train journeys
per day

217

miles (349 kms)

3hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

05:32 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from London Waterloo to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 39 scheduled rail journeys between London Waterloo and Darlington , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 39 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Waterloo to Darlington is approximately 217 miles (349 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 31 mins.

East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, Grand Central, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Darlington.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Waterloo to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from London Waterloo to Darlington Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:32
    3 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    09:08
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:35
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:17
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    09:22
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:47
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    10:04
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:22
    3 hrs 1 change
    10:22
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:49
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:58
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:52
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    11:06
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:22
    3 hrs 1 change
    11:22
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:52
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    12:03
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:22
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    12:23
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:52
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    13:07
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:22
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    13:23
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:49
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    14:02
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:52
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    14:07
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:22
    3 hrs 1 change
    14:22
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:52
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    15:07
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:22
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    15:21
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:52
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    16:06
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:22
    2 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    16:21
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:49
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:59
    London Waterloo
    Darlington
    London Waterloo to Darlington

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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

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 London Waterloo and Darlington

The travel time between London Waterloo and Darlington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Waterloo and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 39 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between London Waterloo 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 London Waterloo & Darlington. owever, there are 39 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, Grand Central, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Waterloo and Darlington.

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