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Darlington to Gateshead Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Darlington to Gateshead? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €11.03, with average prices for this route around €11.86. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
06:20 49m, Direct Darlington	07:09 Metrocentre		Find Tickets
06:20 1h 3m, Changes required Darlington	07:23 Heworth	Tyne & Wear Metro	Find Tickets
06:55 51m, Changes required Darlington	07:46 Heworth		Find Tickets
07:10 49m, Changes required Darlington	07:59 Heworth	Tyne & Wear Metro	Find Tickets
07:20 53m, Direct Darlington	08:13 Metrocentre		Find Tickets
07:20 1h 3m, Changes required Darlington	08:23 Paris	Tyne & Wear Metro	Find Tickets

Darlington to Gateshead Train Route Details

First train

00:12

Last train

22:22

Departure station

Darlington

Arrival station

Gateshead

Journey time

43m

Distance

49 km

Price

€11.03*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Tyne & Wear Metro, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Gateshead

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 Gateshead. 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

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

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

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Darlington to Gateshead more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Darlington to Gateshead 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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Darlington to Gateshead Train prices and times

Darlington to Gateshead Train Route Details