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Travelling from Darlington to Aberdeen by train? Advance Tickets can be as low as £25.00*, with average fares of £30.31. Benefit from Off-Peak train tickets, Return train tickets, and Anytime Train Tickets for extra savings. Enjoy the most cost-effective and pleasant journey with TrainPal. For more tips on saving money, visit our UK cheap train ticket guide.
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From Darlington to Aberdeen, take the fastest train in 4 hours 26 minutes, typically 4 hours 51 minutes. Daily, 15 trains depart from Darlington, with the first at 00:12 and the last at 21:27. Check real-time updates for train times, delays, and cancellations. TrainPal saves you time, effort, and money.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
12:25 | 4 hours 41 minutes, Direct | 17:06 | LNER | Find tickets |
13:09 | 4 hours 45 minutes, 1 change | 17:54 | LNER | Find tickets |
14:08 | 4 hours 51 minutes, 1 change | 18:59 | LNER | Find tickets |
15:09 | 5 hours, 1 change | 20:09 | LNER | Find tickets |
16:24 | 4 hours 49 minutes, Direct | 21:13 | LNER | Find tickets |
Plan your journey from Darlington to Aberdeen with ease. Explore the first and last train times, departure and arrival stations, distance, journey time, and price options to make the most of your trip.
The train journey from Darlington to Aberdeen combines efficiency with pleasure, featuring beautiful scenery and comfort. With frequent departures from Darlington, you can get to Aberdeen in just 4 hours 26 minutes, making it an ideal and convenient choice for travelling between them.

The fastest train journey time from Darlington to Aberdeen is 4 hours 26 minutes . Use our Train Journey Planner to find direct trains, avoid transfers, and compare travel times for each route to see if there are fewer stops to make your journey seamless.
No, unfortunately, you need to transfer from Darlington to Aberdeen. Still, the TrainPal Train Journey Planner helps you find the best train. Just input your origin or destination places, then click "Search" to see the suitable route.

Darlington to Aberdeen trains are generally punctual, but delays or disruptions can happen due to weather, strikes, and other factors. With Train Journey Planner, finding a train timetable for your trip is simple. Enter your departure and arrival stations to view a detailed schedule of available trains. Provide your travel details to find the best routes, connections, and train times.
It’s recommended to reach the train station 15-20 minutes before your train is set to leave. This gives you sufficient time to locate your platform, particularly in larger stations. Arriving early is also beneficial if you need to collect tickets or find your way around an unfamiliar station, helping to minimise any potential stress.
Yes, most trains on the route from Darlington to Aberdeen are equipped with Wi-Fi. Passengers can also enjoy complimentary food, drinks, and power sockets for a more comfortable journey. Please note that the availability of these services can vary depending on the train company
Check our Train Journey Planner, which provides detailed information about transfers to ensure your journey is uninterrupted, saving you time and effort, and allowing you to get a full rest for travelling.

Checking train delays and cancellations in the UK is simple. Utilise the TrainPal mobile app for real-time information. We offer live updates, including live train status and notifications of any train strikes.
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