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Darlington to Falkirk Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Darlington to Falkirk? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £17.10, with average prices for this route around £17.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:25 2h 41m, Changes required Darlington	15:06 Falkirk Grahamston	Find Tickets
13:01 2h 42m, Changes required Darlington	15:43 Falkirk High	Find Tickets
13:09 3h, Changes required Darlington	16:09 Falkirk Grahamston	Find Tickets
13:24 2h 50m, Changes required Darlington	16:14 Falkirk High	Find Tickets
14:08 2h 43m, Changes required Darlington	16:51 Falkirk High	Find Tickets
14:25 2h 35m, Direct Darlington	17:00 Paris	Find Tickets

Darlington to Falkirk Train Route Details

First train

00:12

Last train

22:22

Departure station

Darlington

Arrival station

Falkirk

Journey time

2h 35m

Distance

217 km

Price

£17.10*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Falkirk

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Darlington to Falkirk. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Darlington to Falkirk for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Darlington to Falkirk, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Darlington to Falkirk ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Darlington to Falkirk train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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