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Explore cheap prices from Darlington to Birmingham

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Darlington to Birmingham, 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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€29.97
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€18.14
الأحد21سبتمبر
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الاثنين22سبتمبر
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Darlington to Birmingham Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Darlington to Birmingham, starting from €17.91 and averaging €31.16. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 20 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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23:22
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08:06
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Darlington to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:13
Last train
Last train
23:22
Departure station
Departure station
Darlington
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
2 hours 20 minutes
Distance
Distance
229 km
Price
Price
€17.91*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Darlington to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.
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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Darlington to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Darlington to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
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 Darlington to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Darlington to Birmingham 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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