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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Darlington is to bus which costs £6 - £28 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Darlington is to train which takes 54 min and costs £25 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Darlington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station station and arriving at Dolphin Centre. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Darlington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Darlington. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Leeds to Darlington?

The distance between Leeds and Darlington is 70 miles. The road distance is 62.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £25 - £55.

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

The train from Leeds to Darlington takes 54 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Darlington bus from?

Leeds to Darlington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Darlington train from?

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

Train or bus from Leeds to Darlington?

The best way to get from Leeds to Darlington is to train which takes 54 min and costs £25 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £28 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Leeds to Darlington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leeds to Darlington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Darlington is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Leeds to Darlington.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Darlington?

There are 1426+ hotels available in Darlington.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Darlingtontrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
54 min
£25–55
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Dolphin Centrebus 591
1h 20m
£6–28
Drive 61.8 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Darlingtoncar 61.8 mi
1h 11m
£16–22

Leeds to Darlington by train

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Distance: 69.2 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 54 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Dolphin Centre twice daily. Tickets cost £11–28 and the journey takes 1h 20m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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