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London Waterloo to Darlington Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Waterloo to Darlington, starting from £ 27.80 and averaging £ 27.80. The entire journey takes no more than 2 ساعات 58 دقائق. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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22:17
8 ساعات 31 دقائق, Changes required
London Waterloo
06:48
+1
Darlington
LNERTransPennine Express
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22:50
8 ساعات 3 دقائق, Changes required
London Waterloo
06:53
+1
Darlington
LNERCrossCountry
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22:50
8 ساعات 17 دقائق, Changes required
London Waterloo
07:07
+1
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London Waterloo to Darlington Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:32
Last train
Last train
22:50
Departure station
Departure station
London Waterloo
Arrival station
Arrival station
Darlington
Journey time
Journey time
2 ساعات 58 دقائق
Distance
Distance
350 km
Price
Price
£ 27.80*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Grand Central, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Darlington

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

For frequent travelers between London Waterloo and Darlington, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Waterloo to Darlington. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo to Darlington for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from London Waterloo to Darlington, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Darlington ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from London Waterloo to Darlington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo to Darlington train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.