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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Darlington is to bus which costs £13 - £60 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Darlington is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £70 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Darlington?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Derby Bus Station and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Darlington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Derby and arriving at Darlington. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Derby to Darlington?

The distance between Derby and Darlington is 132 miles. The road distance is 129.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £70 - £100.

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

The train from Derby to Darlington takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Derby to Darlington bus from?

Derby to Darlington bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Derby Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Darlington train from?

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

Train or bus from Derby to Darlington?

The best way to get from Derby to Darlington is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £70 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £60 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Derby to Darlington bus arrive?

Derby to Darlington bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Derby to Darlington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Darlington is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Derby to Darlington.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Derby to Darlington?

Book your Derby to Darlington bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Darlington?

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Derby to Darlington - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
1h 52m
£70–100
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Derby Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk014 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Dolphin Centrebus 591
4h 25m
£14–59
Drive 128.4 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Darlingtoncar 128.4 mi
2h 6m
£32–46

Derby to Darlington by train

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Distance: 130.8 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Derby Bus Station to Dolphin Centre via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 4h 25m.

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