Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR)

Showing times and prices for Dec 16

Cheapest price

$52

Average price

$52

Fastest journey

2 h 46 m

Average duration

2 h 46 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

137 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Darlington station (DAR) on Tue, Dec 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .

On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

TransPennine Express
07:04AM2h46
Manchester Airport
09:50AMDarlington station (DAR)
$521One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €39.

Distance: 85 miles (137 km)

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€48

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2h 57m

Average total duration

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2h 27m

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Additional time*

4h 15m

Average total duration

3h 45m

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Live departures

Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 1:13 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transpennine_express7:04 AM Manchester Airport
3h43
10:47 AM Darlington station (DAR)0 transfersDirect
transpennine_express7:44 AM Manchester Airport
3h03
10:47 AM Darlington station (DAR)0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR)

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Trains from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 08:59. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (137 km) distance in 2h 46m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $19 (€15)
Distance
85 miles (137 km)
Average train duration
2h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
$49 (€39)
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
2h 46m
First train
07:04
Last train
08:59
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $19 (€15)

Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Darlington station (DAR) from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
$25 (€20)
TransPennine Express frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
$63 (€50)
first_transpennine_express frequency
9 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Darlington station (DAR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $49 (€39), while the average price is around $60 (€48).
A day trip from Manchester Airport to Darlington is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 46m. However, there are 12 train trips available per day.
There is no high speed train available from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) is by bus, with a cost of around $19 (€15).
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Darlington offers a mix of urban and countryside views, including glimpses of the Pennine landscape and rural areas, making parts of the trip scenic.
The distance by train from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) is 85 miles (137 km).
The train from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) takes 2h 46m and runs 12 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR).
The first train from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) leaves at 7:04 AM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR). This service operates 0 times per day, provided by first_transpennine_express.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR).
The last train from Manchester Airport to Darlington station (DAR) leaves at 8:59 AM.

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  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones
  • Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
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  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets can be accessed from all platforms. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Reception on Platform 1 upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
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  • Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
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  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: stations front
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Darlington
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance

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