The average train between Leeds and Darlington takes 58 min and the fastest train takes 49 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Leeds 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 30 minutes between Leeds and Darlington. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 10:47 PM which arrives into Darlington at 11:59 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 58 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds station and arriving at Darlington station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 58 min.
Leeds to Darlington train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Darlington train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Darlington station.
Book your Leeds to Darlington train tickets online with Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Leeds and Darlington is 80.9 km. The road distance is 111 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 54 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly.