The average train between Gateshead and Darlington takes 29 min and the fastest train takes 26 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Gateshead 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.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Gateshead and Darlington. The earliest departure is at 9:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gateshead is at 8:58 PM which arrives into Darlington at 9:27 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 29 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gateshead station and arriving at Darlington station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate 4 times a day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.
Gateshead to Darlington train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newcastle station.
Gateshead to Darlington train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Darlington station.
Book your Gateshead to Darlington train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Gateshead and Darlington is 48.8 km. The road distance is 57 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newcastle to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £12–17 and the journey takes 29 min. Three other operators also service this route.