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Explore cheap prices from Darlington to Birmingham

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AU$53.35
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AU$32.30
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AU$53.35
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Darlington to Birmingham Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Darlington to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$31.89, with average prices for this route around AU$55.48.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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10:10
2h 56m, Direct
Darlington
13:06
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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11:06
2h 22m, Direct
Darlington
13:28
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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11:11
2h 53m, Direct
Darlington
14:04
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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12:11
2h 55m, Direct
Darlington
15:06
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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13:07
2h 21m, Direct
Darlington
15:28
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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13:12
2h 52m, Direct
Darlington
16:04
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CrossCountry
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Darlington to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:13
Last train
Last train
23:22
Departure station
Departure station
Darlington
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
2h 20m
Distance
Distance
229 km
Price
Price
AU$31.89*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Darlington to Birmingham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Darlington to Birmingham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Darlington to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Darlington to Birmingham train ticket types

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