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Darlington to Birmingham Trains From US$32.18

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Buy cheap train tickets from Darlington to Birmingham for just US$32.18. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of US$112.22. The train journey from Darlington to Birmingham typically takes approximately 2h 21m. You can expect a frequency of 22 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Darlington to Birmingham Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Darlington to Birmingham, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare the train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 05:17
    Darlington

    3h 48m

    Changes required

    09:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Train C82355-1Y03 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain G25181-1V46 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    E-ticket

    From US$60.27
  2. 05:58
    Darlington

    3h 7m

    Changes required

    09:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Train C82357-1Y05 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain W29803-1J40 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain G25181-1V46 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    E-ticket

    From US$60.27
  3. 06:54
    Darlington

    2h 33m

    Direct

    09:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Train G25247-1V83 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    G25247-1V83

    E-ticket

    From US$30.94
  4. 07:11
    Darlington

    2h 53m

    Direct

    10:04
    Birmingham New Street
    Train G25186-1V48 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    G25186-1V48

    E-ticket

    From US$30.94
  5. 08:11
    Darlington

    2h 56m

    Direct

    11:07
    Birmingham New Street
    Train G25191-1V50 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    G25191-1V50

    E-ticket

    From US$30.94
  6. 09:06
    Darlington

    2h 21m

    Direct

    11:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Train G25250-1V85 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    G25250-1V85

    E-ticket

    From US$30.94
  7. 09:11
    Darlington

    2h 55m

    Direct

    12:06
    Birmingham New Street
    Train G25196-1V52 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    G25196-1V52

    E-ticket

    From US$30.94
  8. 09:28
    Darlington

    3h 28m

    Changes required

    12:56
    Birmingham New Street
    Train C82155-1E05 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain C82375-1Y82 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain G67645-1B73 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain C54661-1C44 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: SatTrain G24672-1G24 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    E-ticket

    From US$60.27
  9. 10:11
    Darlington

    2h 55m

    Direct

    13:06
    Birmingham New Street
    Train G25201-1V54 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    G25201-1V54

    E-ticket

    From US$30.94
  10. 11:06
    Darlington

    2h 22m

    Direct

    13:28
    Birmingham New Street
    Train G25252-1V87 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Sat

    G25252-1V87

    E-ticket

    From US$30.94
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    Darlington to Birmingham Train Route Details

    The Darlington to Birmingham train ticket is from US$32.18. The average travel time is 2h 21m, covering a distance of approximately 228 mile. There are usually 22 daily trains provided by TransPennine Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

    First train
    05:17
    Last train
    20:12
    Departure station
    Darlington
    Arrival station
    Birmingham
    Journey time
    2h 21m
    Distance
    228 mile
    Price
    US$32.18
    Train operators
    TransPennine Express

    Choose Darlington to Birmingham Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Darlington to Birmingham. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on Darlington to Birmingham Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Darlington to Birmingham train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

    TypeDiscount
    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$112.22 Save US$37.04
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$112.22 Save US$37.04
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$112.22 Save US$37.04
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$112.22 Save US$37.04

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    Save More on Darlington to Birmingham Train Fares

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    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are traveling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    Darlington to Birmingham train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Darlington to Birmingham?

      The first train from Darlington to Birmingham is at 05:17.
    • Are there direct trains from Darlington to Birmingham?

      No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Birmingham, and passengers would need to make 4 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Darlington to Birmingham ?

      The train journey from Darlington to Birmingham typically takes an average of 2h 53m, with the fastest journey duration being around 2h 21m.
    • How much is a train from Darlington to Birmingham ?

      The cost of a train from Darlington to Birmingham can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at US$32.18 and the average price being around US$112.22.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Darlington to Birmingham ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30-18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.