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Relax from Darlington to London
Soak up the stunning landscapes of Northern and Central England as you speed smoothly between Darlington and London.
Travelling with LNER means you'll arrive at your destination feeling refreshed and relaxed.
More trains, more travel freedom!
Your journey from Darlington to London has more options than ever. With additional weekday services, there’s more freedom to choose the perfect time to travel.
Average travel time
2h 35m
Distance
215 miles
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Things to do in London
Think you've seen London? Handwritten Beatles lyrics, cat mummies from Ancient Egypt and the world's most whimsical department store.
Meet the spooky cat mummies at the British Museum
Much is said about the British Museum's mummies of Ancient Egypt but perhaps less well-known are their feline companions.
That's right, cat mummies. Cats ruled in Ancient Egypt, they were considered sacred.
Cats owned by important people were often mummified, and the British Museum exhibit shows a cat that has been wrapped rather elaborately. You'll never look at your pet moggie the same way again.
The British Museum
Browse Liberty, the department store in an eccentric country house
Liberty is a department store with a difference. From the outside it looks like a country house from the Tudor period – all black and white wood panelling and leaded windows. There’s an off-kilter, slightly eccentric feel too. Its timbers come from navy ships, and its founder was inspired by Eastern Bazaars.
Step inside and it’s rather magical. Small wood-panelled rooms tumble into one another – full of nooks and crannies and bursting with all manner of decadent products. Browse high-end fashion, homewares and beauty products from some of the best brands around.
Liberty
See the world’s most famous bed at the V&A
The Bed of Ware is an incredibly large bed that lives at the Victoria & Albert Museum.
Curators call it ‘One of the V&A’s greatest treasures,’ and it was even mentioned by Shakespeare in Twelfth Night! So what’s so special about it? Well, it’s 3 metres wide for starters – with enough room for 4 couples (ahem).
It became a bit of a thing to have slept in it, and visitors began to carve their names into its heavy oak frame – perhaps that’s where the phrase ‘another notch on the bedpost’ originates?
The V&A
Meet the spooky cat mummies at the British Museum
Much is said about the British Museum's mummies of Ancient Egypt but perhaps less well-known are their feline companions.
That's right, cat mummies. Cats ruled in Ancient Egypt, they were considered sacred.
Cats owned by important people were often mummified, and the British Museum exhibit shows a cat that has been wrapped rather elaborately. You'll never look at your pet moggie the same way again.
The British MuseumBrowse Liberty, the department store in an eccentric country house
Liberty is a department store with a difference. From the outside it looks like a country house from the Tudor period – all black and white wood panelling and leaded windows. There’s an off-kilter, slightly eccentric feel too. Its timbers come from navy ships, and its founder was inspired by Eastern Bazaars.
Step inside and it’s rather magical. Small wood-panelled rooms tumble into one another – full of nooks and crannies and bursting with all manner of decadent products. Browse high-end fashion, homewares and beauty products from some of the best brands around.
LibertySee the world’s most famous bed at the V&A
The Bed of Ware is an incredibly large bed that lives at the Victoria & Albert Museum.
Curators call it ‘One of the V&A’s greatest treasures,’ and it was even mentioned by Shakespeare in Twelfth Night! So what’s so special about it? Well, it’s 3 metres wide for starters – with enough room for 4 couples (ahem).
It became a bit of a thing to have slept in it, and visitors began to carve their names into its heavy oak frame – perhaps that’s where the phrase ‘another notch on the bedpost’ originates?
The V&A
Sup a pint in a pub built by Sir Christopher Wren
London is full of old pubs with magnificent histories.
Take the Old Bell Tavern on Fleet Street – built by renowned architect Sir Christopher Wren to give people working on his St Bride’s Church designs somewhere to get a drink.
Wren, who also designed St Paul’s Cathedral, was rebuilding the capital after the Great Fire of London had wiped much of it out in 1666.
By the 1700s Fleet Street was home to the nascent newspaper industry and the early printers were soon making the Bell Tavern their own
Today, you'll still find a solid pint and an authentic atmosphere.
The Old Bell Tavern
Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for your Darlington to London train
Book your Darlington to London train in advance
Buying your Darlington to London train ticket at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your Darlington to London train with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsSave 56%** on high-speed Darlington to London trains
Travel between 17 cities and save on average 56%** when you're travelling with up to two adults and four children. Use one Family ticket for the whole family and get a reserved seat for everyone.
Family SinglesUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest Darlington to London train
Access the best train fares on trains from Darlington to London King's Cross easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
Book your Darlington to London train in advance
Buying your Darlington to London train ticket at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your Darlington to London train with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsSave 56%** on high-speed Darlington to London trains
Travel between 17 cities and save on average 56%** when you're travelling with up to two adults and four children. Use one Family ticket for the whole family and get a reserved seat for everyone.
Family SinglesUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest Darlington to London train
Access the best train fares on trains from Darlington to London King's Cross easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
** Average saving is based on two adults and two children travelling with an LNER Family Single vs Advance fare.
Take the train from Darlington to London King's Cross with LNER
Taking the high-speed Darlington to London train is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 215 miles, our trains from Darlington to London King's Cross take just 2h 35m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious Darlington to London train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks and use of our Darlington and London King's Cross lounges.
Related FAQs
What is the cheapest way to get from Darlington to London King’s Cross by train?
What is the cheapest way to get from Darlington to London King’s Cross by train?
Let’s start with the basics: Advance single tickets will get you from Darlington to London and back for a better price than the Flexible option. Set a Ticket Alert so you don’t miss out on the savings.
Are there direct trains from Darlington to London King’s Cross?
Are there direct trains from Darlington to London King’s Cross?
Around 24 trains a day make the direct journey to London from Darlington in roughly two hours and forty-five minutes.
Which rail lines go through Darlington?
Which rail lines go through Darlington?
Darlington station is managed by LNER, with LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Rail and TransPennine Express rail lines running through it.
Which rail lines go through London King’s Cross?
Which rail lines go through London King’s Cross?
The main train lines through London King’s Cross station are LNER, Hull Trains, Grand Central, Lumo, and Thameslink. Although LNER does not directly manage London King’s Cross Station, we recently opened the first Family Lounge on the UK rail network.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Darlington and London King’s Cross?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Darlington and London King’s Cross?
Sorry, you can’t buy a season ticket for this journey.
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.
