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Outbound fromDarlington to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train
It takes an average of 2h 5m to travel from Darlington to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, over a distance of around 118 miles (190 km). There are normally 79 trains per day travelling from Darlington to Edinburgh (Waverley) and tickets for this journey start from £13.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:08 | |
| Departure station | Darlington | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 1h 56m | |
| Distance | 118 miles (190 km) | |
| Frequency | 79 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £13.30 | |
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Travel from Darlington to Edinburgh by train in 1h 55m
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It usually takes around 2h 7m to travel the 118 miles (190 km) from Darlington to Edinburgh by train, with around 80 trains running on this route daily. There’s no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to your destination. The main train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway (LNER), on which you’ll find free WiFi, an onboard cafe and power sockets. The fastest train time to Edinburgh is 1h 55m, and if you’re making a change or two during your journey, you may travel with some other train companies along the way too.
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Cheap train tickets from Darlington to Edinburgh (Waverley)
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Darlington to Edinburgh (Waverley) is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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