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London Waterloo to Darlington Train prices and times

Looking to travel from London Waterloo to Darlington? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €33.23, with average prices for this route around €33.23.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
14:18 London Waterloo	18:08 Darlington	3h 50m, Changes required	Find Tickets
14:22 London Waterloo	17:24 Darlington	3h 2m, Direct	Find Tickets
14:26 London Waterloo	19:00 Darlington	4h 34m, Changes required	Find Tickets
14:49 London Waterloo	17:59 Darlington	3h 10m, Changes required	Find Tickets
14:52 London Waterloo	18:08 Darlington	3h 16m, Direct	Find Tickets
15:22 London Waterloo	18:22 Paris	3h, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London Waterloo to Darlington Train Route Details

First train

05:32

Last train

22:50

Departure station

London Waterloo

Arrival station

Darlington

Journey time

2h 58m

Distance

350 km

Price

€33.23*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Grand Central, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Darlington

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between London Waterloo and Darlington, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London Waterloo to Darlington during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo to Darlington 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%

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 London Waterloo to Darlington, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Darlington ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from London Waterloo to Darlington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo to Darlington train ticket types

Save money on your trip from London Waterloo to Darlington with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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