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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Darlington is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Darlington is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Darlington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Interchange and arriving at Dolphin Centre. Services depart twice a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Darlington?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Darlington via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Sunderland to Darlington?

The distance between Sunderland and Darlington is 48 miles. The road distance is 30.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £15 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Sunderland to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Darlington bus from?

Sunderland to Darlington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Darlington train from?

Sunderland to Darlington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sunderland station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Darlington?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Darlington is to train which takes 59 min and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £20 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Sunderland to Darlington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunderland to Darlington train arrive?

Sunderland to Darlington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Darlington is 31 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Sunderland to Darlington.

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

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

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Sunderland to Darlington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Sunderland to Darlington by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Newcastletrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain Newcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
59 min
£15–33
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Dolphin Centrebus 815
1h 10m
£8–20
Drive 30.4 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Darlingtoncar 30.4 mi
40 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunderland to Darlingtontaxi 30.4 mi
40 min
£130–170
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Sunderland to Central Stationsubway Grn
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain Newcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
1h 6m
£13–28

Sunderland to Darlington by train

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Distance: 47.3 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

You can take a train from Sunderland to Darlington via Newcastle in around 59 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Interchange to Dolphin Centre twice a week. Tickets cost £8–20 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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