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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Darlington is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Darlington is to train and fly which takes 4h 37m and costs £65 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Darlington?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Darlington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Darlington. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Darlington?

The distance between Cardiff and Darlington is 281 miles. The road distance is 274 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Darlington without a car is to train via Derby which takes 5h 14m and costs £140 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Cardiff to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Darlington bus from?

Cardiff to Darlington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Darlington train from?

Cardiff to Darlington train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Darlington?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Darlington is to train via Derby which takes 5h 14m and costs £140 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Cardiff to Darlington bus arrive?

Cardiff to Darlington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Darlington train arrive?

Cardiff to Darlington train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Darlington is 274 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Cardiff to Darlington.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Darlington?

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

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Cardiff to Darlington - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Darlington by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Derby
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 14m
£141–201
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dolphin Centrebus 177
8h 32m
£55–133
Drive 272.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Darlingtoncar 272.4 mi
4h 44m
£67–97
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
4h 37m
£68–161
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Darlingtontrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh
5h 20m
£140–210
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
6h 10m
£102–184
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
6h 12m
£144–321
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
6h 26m
£113–276

Cardiff to Darlington by train

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5h 14mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Darlington.

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Distance: 279.4 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Darlington, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Darlington via Derby in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Dolphin Centre via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 8h 32m.

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