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Trains from Stafford (STA) to Darlington (DAR)

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41

train journeys
per day

121

miles (194 kms)

3hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Stafford (STA) to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Stafford and Darlington , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stafford to Darlington is approximately 121 miles (194 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 58 mins.

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

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stafford to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Stafford to Darlington Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    08:58
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:33
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:58
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:48
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:37
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    10:58
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:33
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    10:58
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:50
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    11:13
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:33
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:58
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:40
    3 hrs 57 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    12:37
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:50
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:32
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    12:58
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:33
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    12:58
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:40
    4 hrs 1 change - overtaken train
    13:40
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    13:40
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:33
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:02
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:50
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:32
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change - overtaken train
    14:59
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:33
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:59
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:50
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:33
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:59
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:50
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    Stafford
    Darlington
    Stafford to Darlington

About Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
Address Stafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
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 Stafford and Darlington

The travel time between Stafford and Darlington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stafford and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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Amenities on trains between Stafford 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 Stafford & Darlington. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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