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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Darlington is to drive which costs £65 - £95 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Darlington is to train and fly which takes 4h 35m and costs £55 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Darlington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Darlington. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Darlington?

The distance between Cardiff and Darlington is 279 miles. The road distance is 274 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Darlington without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 59m and costs £140 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Cardiff to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Darlington train from?

Cardiff to Darlington train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Darlington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Darlington is 274 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Cardiff to Darlington.

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

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

There are 1423+ hotels available in Darlington.

Cardiff to Darlington - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Darlington by train, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 59m
£148–211
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
4h 35m
£56–145
Drive 272.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Darlingtoncar 272.4 mi
4h 44m
£66–96
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Darlingtontrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
5h 20m
£150–220
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
6h 15m
£109–184
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
6h 25m
£119–279
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
6h 11m
£167–357

Cardiff to Darlington by train

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Distance: 277.5 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Darlington, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Darlington via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 59m.

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