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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester to Darlington, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
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PHP 1,280.52
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Manchester to Darlington Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Darlington, starting from PHP 903.90 and averaging PHP 1,386.58. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 4m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Mon, Jun 2
    From PHP 1,280.52
  • Tue, Jun 3
    From PHP 1,280.52
  • Wed, Jun 4
    From PHP 1,280.52
  • Thu, Jun 5
    From PHP 1,280.52
  • Fri, Jun 6
    From PHP 1,280.52
  • Sat, Jun 7
    From PHP 1,280.52
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    From PHP 903.90
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:00
Manchester Victoria
07:44
Darlington
2h 44m, Changes requiredTransPennine Express
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06:00
Manchester Piccadilly
08:38
Darlington
2h 38m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressLNER
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06:32
Manchester Victoria
08:50
Darlington
2h 18m, DirectTransPennine Express
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07:02
Manchester Victoria
09:14
Darlington
2h 12m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressCrossCountry
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07:33
Manchester Victoria
09:37
Darlington
2h 4m, DirectTransPennine Express
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08:00
Manchester Piccadilly
10:22
Paris
2h 22m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressLNER
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Manchester to Darlington Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:00
Last train
Last train
21:41
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Darlington
Journey time
Journey time
2h 4m
Distance
Distance
125 km
Price
Price
PHP 903.90*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Darlington

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Darlington. 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

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%

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 Manchester 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%

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

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 Manchester to Darlington more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Darlington Train Ticket Types

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