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Aberdeen to Darlington trains
Easy travel to Darlington
Relax and gaze out at the stunning scenery of England and Scotland as you speed across the country between Aberdeen and Darlington.
Our refreshments and comfy seats will have you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated when you arrive. Plus, with LNER's cheap Advance tickets, you'll have plenty of spending money left!
Average travel time
4h 42m
Distance
183 miles
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Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for a Aberdeen to Darlington train
Book your Aberdeen to Darlington train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your Aberdeen to Darlington train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Save 1/3 on your train from Aberdeen to Darlington with a Railcard
RailcardsA Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest Aberdeen to Darlington trains
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares between Aberdeen and Darlington easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Book your Aberdeen to Darlington train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your Aberdeen to Darlington train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Save 1/3 on your train from Aberdeen to Darlington with a Railcard
RailcardsA Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest Aberdeen to Darlington trains
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares between Aberdeen and Darlington easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
Take the train to Darlington from Aberdeen with LNER
Taking the train from Aberdeen to Darlington is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 183 miles, our trains to Darlington from Aberdeen take just 4h 42m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious London to Lincoln train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks and use of our Aberdeen and Darlington First Class lounges.
Related FAQs
Are there direct trains between Aberdeen and Darlington?
Are there direct trains between Aberdeen and Darlington?
Yes, there are direct LNER trains from Aberdeen to Darlington, a trip that normally takes around 4h 42m.
During the week, there is approximately 2 direct LNER trains per day between 07:52 and 18:18.
Which rail lines go through Darlington?
Which rail lines go through Darlington?
Darlington station is managed by LNER, with LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Rail and TransPennine Express rail lines running through it.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Aberdeen and Darlington?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Aberdeen and Darlington?
Unfortunately, Season Tickets are unavailable for this particular journey.
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.
