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Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington trains
Easy travel to Darlington
Relax and watch the beautiful scenery of England and Scotland fly past the windows as you speed between Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington.
With LNER, not only will you arrive feeling ready for the day ahead thanks to our comfy seats and range of refreshments, but you'll also have that little bit extra spending money left in your pocket.
Average travel time
1h 56m
Distance
118 miles
Cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington
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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 Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington train
Book your Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh Waverley 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington trains
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares between Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh Waverley 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington trains
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares between Edinburgh 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 to Edinburgh with LNER
Taking the train from Edinburgh to Darlington is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 118 miles, our trains to Darlington to Edinburgh take just 1h 56m.
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 Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks and use our Edinburgh and Darlington First Class lounge.
Related FAQs
Are there direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington?
Are there direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington?
Yes, there are direct LNER trains from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington with a journey that usually takes just over 2h 0m.
During the week, there are approximately 17 direct LNER trains per day between 05:48 and 21:00.
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 Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington?
From seven days to twelve months, we offer a lot of Season Ticket options for the traveller going from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington.
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.
