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

The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Darlington is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sleaford to Darlington is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Sleaford and Darlington?

No, there is no direct train from Sleaford to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Sleaford and arriving at Darlington via Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Sleaford to Darlington?

The distance between Sleaford and Darlington is 145 miles. The road distance is 135.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sleaford to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £45 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Sleaford to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Darlington train from?

Sleaford to Darlington train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sleaford station.

Where does the Sleaford to Darlington train arrive?

Sleaford to Darlington train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Sleaford to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Sleaford to Darlington is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Sleaford to Darlington.

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

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

There are 1425+ hotels available in Darlington.

Sleaford to Darlington - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 31 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Granthamtrain Skegness - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Grantham to Darlingtontrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
2h 33m
£49–73
Drive 134.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sleaford to Darlingtoncar 134.3 mi
2h 16m
£33–48
Line 31 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Central Bus Stationbus 31 / ...
2. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Darlingtontrain
5h 37m
£64–125

Sleaford to Darlington by train

102Weekly Trains

2h 33mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.9 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England and Darlington, England?

You can take a train from Sleaford to Darlington via Grantham in around 2h 33m.

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