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Bolton to Darlington trains

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The average train between Bolton and Darlington takes 2h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Darlington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 48m
Duration
122 mi
Distance
£44
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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2h 48m
£33–61

Bolton to Darlington train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Darlington. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Darlington at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 29m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 35m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 35m • 1 change

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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express8h 13m • 1 change

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 121.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Darlington, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 47m.

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