What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Darlington?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Darlington is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Darlington?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Darlington is to train and fly which takes 3h 42m and costs £90 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Darlington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Darlington. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Darlington?

The distance between Basingstoke and Darlington is 284 miles. The road distance is 265.1 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Darlington without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Darlington without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 13m and costs £75 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Darlington?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Basingstoke to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Darlington train from?

Basingstoke to Darlington train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Darlington train arrive?

Basingstoke to Darlington train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Darlington is 265 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Basingstoke to Darlington.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Darlington?

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

There are 913+ hotels available in Darlington.

Basingstoke to Darlington - 12 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Basingstoke to Darlington by train, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlingtontrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
4h 13m
£75–187
Train via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
6h 20m
£38–255
Drive 263.6 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Darlingtoncar 263.6 mi
4h 26m
£65–93
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
3h 42m
£94–239
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Darlingtontrain Southampton Central - Newcastle
4h 24m
£110–360
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 2m
£46–244
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
4h 46m
£68–271
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
5h 30m
£71–240
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Darlingtontrain
6h 43m
£83–306
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
4. Take the train from Leeds to Darlingtontrain
5h 40m
£94–264
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
6h 45m
£106–301
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
6h 45m
£135–335

Basingstoke to Darlington by train and subway

218Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.3 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Darlington, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Darlington via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Oxford Circus station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 13m.

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