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Musselburgh to Darlington by train

First train

06:28

Last train

23:14

Departure station

Musselburgh

Arrival station

Darlington

Journey time

From 2h 14m

Distance

115 miles (185 km)

Frequency

23 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo

Travelling from Musselburgh to Darlington by train

Looking to travel from Musselburgh to Darlington by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 32 minutes to travel from Musselburgh to Darlington by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 14 minutes though. You'll usually find 23 trains per day running along the 115 miles (185 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change 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, Lumo or ScotRail to get to Darlington. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Musselburgh 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!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from Musselburgh to Darlington

Want to know more about your journey from Musselburgh to Darlington? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I get from Musselburgh to Darlington?

You can travel from Musselburgh to Darlington by train in about 3 hours and 32 minutes. With around 23 trains running each day, taking the train is easy. Find out more in our Journey Planner.

How long is the train journey from Musselburgh to Darlington?

On average, the train journey from Musselburgh to Darlington takes around 3 hours and 32 minutes, with 23 trains per day. The duration may vary slightly depending on the specific train and any potential delays. Use our Journey Planner to check out more information.

What is the fastest train from Musselburgh to Darlington?

The fastest trains from Musselburgh to Darlington can cover the distance of 115 miles (185 km) in as little as 2 hours and 14 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Musselburgh to Darlington?

No, you can’t travel from Musselburgh to Darlington on a direct train, you’ll need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Musselburgh to Darlington

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 Musselburgh to Darlington 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.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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