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

The cheapest way to get from Dorking to Darlington is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorking to Darlington is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £85 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Dorking and Darlington?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorking to Darlington. However, there are services departing from South Street and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Guildford station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Dorking and Darlington?

No, there is no direct train from Dorking to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Dorking and arriving at Darlington via Balham station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Dorking to Darlington?

The distance between Dorking and Darlington is 261 miles. The road distance is 274.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorking to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £85 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Dorking to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorking to Darlington bus from?

Dorking to Darlington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Dorking to Darlington train from?

Dorking to Darlington train services, operated by Southern, depart from Dorking station.

Train or bus from Dorking to Darlington?

The best way to get from Dorking to Darlington is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £85 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Dorking to Darlington bus arrive?

Dorking to Darlington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dolphin Centre station.

Where does the Dorking to Darlington train arrive?

Dorking to Darlington train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Balham station.

Can I drive from Dorking to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorking to Darlington is 275 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Dorking to Darlington.

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

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorking to Balhamtrain Horsham - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlingtontrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
4h 8m
£89–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Dolphin Centrebus 815
8h 12m
£43–75
Drive 273 mi
1. Drive from Dorking to Darlingtoncar 273 mi
4h 27m
£68–98
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Dorking to Worcester Parktrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
4h 44m
£63–288
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Dorking Deepdene to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
6h 12m
£127–209
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Darlingtontrain
6h 39m
£94–310
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Woking to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
5h 19m
£115–284
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
6h 46m
£124–369
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Dorking Deepdene to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
6h 22m
£95–211
Fly London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
6h 35m
£149–434

Dorking to Darlington by train

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Distance: 259 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Dorking to Darlington via Balham, Balham station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Dolphin Centre twice a week. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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