Darlington to Cardiff Train
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Darlington to Cardiff by train
The journey from Darlington to Cardiff by train is 221.22 mi and takes 6 hr 18 min. There are 135 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:20 AM and the last at 11:52 PM. It is possible to travel from Darlington to Cardiff by train for as little as $71.21 or as much as $259.82. The best price for this journey is $71.21.
| Lowest Price | $71.21 |
| Journey Duration | 6 hr 18 min |
| Connection per Day | TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, National Rail 135 |
| Lowest Price | TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, National Rail $71.21 |
| Highest Price | TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, National Rail $259.82 |
| First Departure | TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, National Rail 12:20 AM |
| Last Departure | TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, National Rail 11:52 PM |
| Distance | TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, National Rail 221.22 mi |
| Departure | TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, National Rail Darlington |
| Arrival | TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, National Rail Cardiff |
| Carriers | TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway, National Rail |
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Cardiff
The cheapest Darlington - Cardiff train tickets can be found for as low as $40.85 if you’re lucky, or $45.73 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $49.43.
Find the best day to travel to Cardiff by train
When travelling to Cardiff by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway from Darlington to Cardiff
Compare services on board when travelling from Darlington to Cardiff by train.
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Darlington to Cardiff CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
24.92kg
Bus
26.7kg
Flight
71.2kg
Car
56.96kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Darlington to Cardiff by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Darlington and Cardiff are 24.92kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Darlington and Cardiff? By taking the train between Darlington and Cardiff you will save 46.28kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.78kg compared to a bus and 32.04kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Darlington to Cardiff?
A train ticket from Darlington to Cardiff is $180.78. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $71.21.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Darlington to Cardiff?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Darlington to Cardiff is $71.21. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Darlington and Cardiff by train?
Darlington to Cardiff is 221.22 mi.
How long does the train between Darlington and Cardiff take?
Darlington to Cardiff is on average 6 hr 18 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hr 12 min.
Which companies operate from Darlington to Cardiff?
The train journey from Darlington to Cardiff is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway and National Rail.
How many train connections per day go from Darlington to Cardiff?
Darlington to Cardiff has 135 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Darlington to Cardiff leave?
The earliest train from Darlington to Cardiff departs at 12:20 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Darlington to Cardiff depart?
The latest train from Darlington to Cardiff departs at 11:52 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Darlington to Cardiff in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $71.21 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Darlington to Cardiff?
There are on average 4 direct connection(s) from Darlington to go to Cardiff.
What's the fastest journey time between Darlington to Cardiff by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Darlington and Cardiff is 0 hr 12 min.
Is there a direct train from Darlington to Cardiff?
Yes, there is a direct train between Darlington and Cardiff.
What are the CO2 emissions for Darlington to Cardiff by train?
The train journey from Darlington to Cardiff creates 24.92kg of CO2 emissions.