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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Aintree is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Aintree is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Aintree?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Hailebury Avenue via Manchester Central Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Fazakerley via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Darlington to Aintree?

The distance between Darlington and Aintree is 149 miles. The road distance is 115.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Aintree without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Darlington to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Aintree bus from?

Darlington to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Aintree train from?

Darlington to Aintree train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Aintree?

The best way to get from Darlington to Aintree is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £70 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Darlington to Aintree bus arrive?

Darlington to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Darlington to Aintree train arrive?

Darlington to Aintree train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Aintree is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Darlington to Aintree.

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

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Where can I stay near Aintree?

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There are 3 ways to get from Darlington to Aintree by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
2h 58m
£54–94
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
5h 37m
£27–66
Drive 115.1 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Aintreecar 115.1 mi
2h 17m
£28–41

Darlington to Aintree by train and foot

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2h 58mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.6 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Darlington to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Hailebury Avenue via Manchester Central Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 5h 37m.

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