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Today25 Apr
Tomorrow26 Apr
Sun27 Apr
Mon28 Apr
from US$35
Tue29 Apr
Wed30 Apr
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 28 April at
    Departure city: Darlington
    Departure location: Darlington
    Arrival time: 28 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Airport
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 28 April at
    Departure city: Darlington
    Departure location: Darlington
    Arrival time: 28 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 April at
    Departure city: Darlington
    Departure location: Darlington
    Arrival time: 28 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 April at
    Departure city: Darlington
    Departure location: Darlington
    Arrival time: 28 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 April at
    Departure city: Darlington
    Departure location: Darlington
    Arrival time: 28 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Darlington to Manchester: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$89
Average train trip duration2h 23m
Number of daily trains8
Earliest train departure07:10
Distance77 miles
Latest train departure20:17

Darlington to Manchester Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Darlington - Manchester

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Manchester cost?

    The average train ticket price from Darlington to Manchester is US$89. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Darlington to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Darlington to Manchester?

    A train trip between Darlington and Manchester is around 2h 23m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 42m. This is the time it takes to travel the 78 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Darlington and Manchester?

    The number of trains from Darlington to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Darlington to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
23/04
US$30
24/04
US$25
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26/04
US$26
27/04
US$25
28/04
US$35
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Darlington to Manchester was searched and found on 24 Apr 2025 with a price of US$25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Darlington to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$25 to US$124 for a train ticket from Darlington to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$25, which is on 2025-04-27.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Darlington and Manchester is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Manchester.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Manchester you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Darlington and Manchester, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Darlington to Manchester.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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