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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Darlington (DAR)

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54

train journeys
per day

85

miles (137 kms)

2hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

00:38 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

11

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 54 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Darlington , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 54 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Darlington is approximately 85 miles (137 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 20 mins.

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

There are 11 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Darlington Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:38
    6 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    06:48
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:07
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    06:53
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:48
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    08:01
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:25
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:37
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:32
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    08:37
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:43
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    08:58
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:50
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    08:58
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:25
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    09:22
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:25
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    09:37
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:32
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    09:37
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:50
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:58
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:25
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    10:37
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:37
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:50
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:58
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:13
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:25
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    11:37
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:29
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:37
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:50
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:58
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:44
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    12:37
    Manchester Airport
    Darlington
    Manchester Airport to Darlington

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to 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 Manchester Airport and Darlington

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Darlington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 54 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester 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 Manchester Airport & Darlington. owever, there are 54 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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