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Darlington to Shildon Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Darlington to Shildon? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €2.25, with average prices for this route around €2.25. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Darlington to Shildon Train Route Details

First train

06:47

Last train

20:59

Departure station

Darlington

Arrival station

Shildon

Journey time

15 minutes

Distance

13 km

Price

€2.25*

Train operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Shildon

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Darlington to Shildon during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 Shildon 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 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 Darlington to Shildon, 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%

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 Shildon 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

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Darlington to Shildon more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Darlington to Shildon Train prices and times

Darlington to Shildon Train Route Details