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Hale to Darlington Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Hale to Darlington? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as US$28.18, with average prices for this route around US$28.18.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
08:53 2h 54m, Changes required Hale (Manchester)	11:47 Darlington	Find Tickets
08:53 3h 5m, Changes required Hale (Manchester)	11:58 Darlington	Find Tickets
09:53 2h 51m, Changes required Hale (Manchester)	12:44 Darlington	Find Tickets
10:53 3h 9m, Changes required Hale (Manchester)	14:02 Darlington	Find Tickets
11:53 2h 49m, Changes required Hale (Manchester)	14:42 Darlington	Find Tickets
11:53 2h 58m, Changes required Hale (Manchester)	14:51 Paris	Find Tickets

Hale to Darlington Train Route Details

First train

06:53

Last train

23:50

Departure station

Hale

Arrival station

Darlington

Journey time

2h 49m

Distance

138 km

Price

US$28.18*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Hale to Darlington

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Hale to Darlington can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Hale to Darlington, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Hale to Darlington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Hale to Darlington train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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