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Darlington to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Darlington to Edinburgh (Waverley)? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $9.53, with average prices for this route around $22.90. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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  • Sun, Jul 13
    From $20.67
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:12
Darlington
08:09
Edinburgh (Waverley)
7h 57m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressLNER
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06:20
Darlington
08:56
Edinburgh (Waverley)
2h 36m, Changes requiredNorthernTransPennine Express
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06:55
Darlington
09:05
Edinburgh (Waverley)
2h 10m, DirectCrossCountry
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07:10
Darlington
09:24
Edinburgh (Waverley)
2h 14m, DirectLNER
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07:45
Darlington
10:07
Edinburgh (Waverley)
2h 22m, Changes requiredTransPennine ExpressLumo
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08:03
Darlington
10:20
Paris
2h 17m, DirectLNER
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Darlington to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:12
Last train
Last train
22:22
Departure station
Departure station
Darlington
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Journey time
Journey time
1h 56m
Distance
Distance
119 miles
Price
Price
$9.53*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Darlington to Edinburgh (Waverley)

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Darlington to Edinburgh (Waverley). These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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 Edinburgh (Waverley) 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%

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 Edinburgh (Waverley), 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

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 Edinburgh (Waverley) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Darlington to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.