Lairg to Darlington by train
| First train | 06:26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:35 | |
| Departure station | Lairg | |
| Arrival station | Darlington | |
| Journey time | From 8h 32m | |
| Distance | 264 miles (425 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Travelling from Lairg to Darlington by train
Looking to travel from Lairg to Darlington by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 14 hours 15 minutes to travel from Lairg to Darlington by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 8 hours 32 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 264 miles (425 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Darlington, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway or ScotRail to get to Darlington – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Lairg to Darlington in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Lairg to Darlington
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