First train | 04:29 | |
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Last train | 19:00 | |
Departure station | Harwich | |
Arrival station | Darlington | |
Journey time | From 3h 53m | |
Distance | 213 miles (343 km) | |
Frequency | 1 train per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
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The train from Harwich to Darlington usually takes 5 hours 19 minutes on average to travel 213 miles (343 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 53 minutes. You can expect to find 1 train per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Darlington, 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, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Harwich to Darlington if you book in advance, 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.
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The average journey time by train between Harwich and Darlington is 5 hours and 19 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Harwich to Darlington is 3 hours and 53 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Harwich to Darlington. Travelling from Harwich to Darlington by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
The first train from Harwich to Darlington leaves at 04:29. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Harwich to Darlington leaves at 19:00. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Harwich to Darlington cover a distance of around 213 miles (343 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Darlington to Harwich.
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