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Darlington to Leeds Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Darlington to Leeds? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$9.22, with average prices for this route around AU$19.59. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Thu, Aug 28
    From AU$12.94
  • Fri, Aug 29
    From AU$11.18
  • Sat, Aug 30
    From AU$15.01
  • Sun, Aug 31
    From AU$16.98
  • Mon, Sep 1
    From AU$16.98
  • Tue, Sep 2
    From AU$9.22
  • Wed, Sep 3
    From AU$16.98
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18:11
Darlington
19:07
Leeds
56m, DirectCrossCountry
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18:36
Darlington
19:27
Leeds
51m, DirectTransPennine Express
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19:11
Darlington
20:08
Leeds
57m, DirectCrossCountry
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19:18
Darlington
20:27
Leeds
1h 9m, Changes requiredLNERTransPennine Express
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19:33
Darlington
20:42
Leeds
1h 9m, Changes requiredLNERNorthern
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20:11
Darlington
21:03
Paris
52m, DirectCrossCountry
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Darlington to Leeds Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:55
Last train
Last train
23:26
Departure station
Departure station
Darlington
Arrival station
Arrival station
Leeds
Journey time
Journey time
49m
Distance
Distance
81 km
Price
Price
AU$9.22*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Leeds

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Darlington to Leeds can result in significant cost savings.
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 Leeds 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 Leeds, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Darlington to Leeds ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

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 Darlington to Leeds more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Darlington to Leeds train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.