What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Darlington?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Darlington is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Darlington?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Darlington is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £90 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Darlington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Darlington. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Darlington?

The distance between Birmingham and Darlington is 171 miles. The road distance is 167.9 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Darlington without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £90 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Darlington?

The train from Birmingham New Street to Darlington takes 2h 26m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Darlington train from?

Birmingham to Darlington train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or fly from Birmingham to Darlington?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Darlington is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £90 - £130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £80 - £200 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Birmingham to Darlington train arrive?

Birmingham to Darlington train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Darlington is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Birmingham to Darlington.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Darlington?

Book your Birmingham to Darlington train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Darlington?

There are 1417+ hotels available in Darlington.

Birmingham to Darlington - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Darlington by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2h 26m
£90–130
Drive 166.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Darlingtoncar 166.9 mi
2h 52m
£41–59
Fly
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)plane BHX - MME
6h 9m
£85–200
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
4h 43m
£50–91

Birmingham to Darlington by train

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Distance: 169.9 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, KLM and easyJet fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) 4 times a day.

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