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Outbound fromDarlington to Edinburgh Gateway by train
It takes an average of 3h 47m to travel from Darlington to Edinburgh Gateway by train, over a distance of around 120 miles (194 km). There are normally 31 trains per day travelling from Darlington to Edinburgh Gateway and tickets for this journey start from £28.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:27 | |
| Departure station | Darlington | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh Gateway | |
| Journey time | From 2h 20m | |
| Distance | 120 miles (194 km) | |
| Frequency | 31 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £28.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
Travel from Darlington to Edinburgh Gateway by train in 2 hours 20 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Darlington to Edinburgh Gateway by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Darlington to Edinburgh Gateway by train is 3 hours 47 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 20 minutes. You'll usually find 31 trains per day travelling the 120 miles (194 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Edinburgh Gateway. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or ScotRail on your way to Edinburgh Gateway, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Darlington to Edinburgh Gateway start from £28.80 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Edinburgh Gateway, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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Cheap train tickets from Darlington to Edinburgh Gateway
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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 Gateway 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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