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Outbound fromDarlington to Sheffield by train
It takes an average of 1h 38m to travel from Darlington to Sheffield by train, over a distance of around 79 miles (127 km). There are normally 30 trains per day travelling from Darlington to Sheffield and tickets for this journey start from £12.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:12 | |
| Departure station | Darlington | |
| Arrival station | Sheffield | |
| Journey time | From 1h 14m | |
| Distance | 79 miles (127 km) | |
| Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £12.50 | |
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Taking the train from Darlington to Sheffield in 1h 14m
Looking to travel from Darlington to Sheffield by train? You've come to the right place!
There are around 29 trains running between Darlington and Sheffield daily, which usually take 1h 39m to complete the journey over 79 miles (127 km). As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Jump on a CrossCountry service and you can get to Sheffield in just 1h 14m on the fastest services. Enjoy free WiFi, food and drinks and more on CrossCountry trains.
If you want to snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time and get a Railcard. You can check ticket prices in our Journey Planner at the top of the page.
Keen to book your train tickets from Darlington to Sheffield? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to learn a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs including first and last train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Darlington to Sheffield
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 Sheffield 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.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.