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Outbound fromDarlington to Atherstone by train
It takes an average of 4h 52m to travel from Darlington to Atherstone by train, over a distance of around 134 miles (216 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Darlington to Atherstone and tickets for this journey start from £54.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:21 | |
| Departure station | Darlington | |
| Arrival station | Atherstone | |
| Journey time | From 2h 37m | |
| Distance | 134 miles (216 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £54.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway |
About the train journey from Darlington to Atherstone
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The train from Darlington to Atherstone usually takes 4 hours 52 minutes on average to travel 134 miles (216 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 2 hours 37 minutes. You can expect to find 17 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Atherstone, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Darlington to Atherstone if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £54.90. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
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