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Find the best prices from Darlington to Birmingham

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Darlington to Birmingham, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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US$34.41
Mon10Nov
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US$34.41
Tue11Nov
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US$15.23
Wed12Nov
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US$34.41
Thu13Nov
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US$34.41
Fri14Nov
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US$29.93
Sat15Nov
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Darlington to Birmingham Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Darlington to Birmingham, starting from US$15.23 and averaging US$35.79. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 20m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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20:11
3h 17m, Direct
Darlington
23:28
Birmingham New Street
CrossCountry
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21:33
9h 23m, Changes required
Darlington
06:56
+1
Birmingham New Street
TransPennine ExpressCrossCountry
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21:48
9h 4m, Changes required
Darlington
06:52
+1
Birmingham New Street
LNERNorthernEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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23:26
8h 5m, Changes required
Darlington
07:31
+1
Birmingham Snow Hill
LNERTransPennine ExpressCrossCountryWest Midlands Trains
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23:26
8h 40m, Changes required
Darlington
08:06
+1
Paris
LNERCrossCountry
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Darlington to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:38
Last train
Last train
23:26
Departure station
Departure station
Darlington
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
2h 20m
Distance
Distance
229 km
Price
Price
US$15.23*
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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Darlington to Birmingham, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 Darlington to Birmingham 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

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

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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