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Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as KWD 4.680, with average prices for this route around KWD 7.060.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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17:00
Edinburgh (Waverley)
18:59
Darlington
1h 59m, DirectLNER
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17:08
Edinburgh (Waverley)
19:08
Darlington
2h 0m, DirectCrossCountry
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17:30
Edinburgh (Waverley)
19:30
Darlington
2h 0m, DirectLNER
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18:00
Edinburgh (Waverley)
20:01
Darlington
2h 1m, DirectLNER
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18:05
Edinburgh (Waverley)
20:08
Darlington
2h 3m, DirectCrossCountry
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18:30
Edinburgh (Waverley)
20:28
Paris
1h 58m, DirectLNER
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Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington Train Route Details

First train
First train
09:00
Last train
Last train
21:00
Departure station
Departure station
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Arrival station
Arrival station
Darlington
Journey time
Journey time
1h 53m
Distance
Distance
119 miles
Price
Price
KWD 4.680*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, LNER, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington

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 Edinburgh (Waverley) 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 Edinburgh (Waverley) 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%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
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 Edinburgh (Waverley) 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Edinburgh (Waverley) to Darlington Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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