Bus from London to Darlington: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Darlington on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)Cheapest
    National ExpressBus
      		Golders Green
      		Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)Fastest
      National ExpressBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)No tags
        National ExpressBus
          		Victoria Coach Station
          		Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)No tags
          National ExpressBus
            		Victoria Coach Station
            		Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)No tags

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            Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Darlington

            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just R 661, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1carpool per day
            5hAverage duration
            349 kmDistance
            15kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceR 280 - R 1 275Average duration6h
            9kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceR 639 - R 6 970Average duration2h 29m
            8kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average priceR 661 - R 952Average duration5h
            15kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Darlington by bus

            Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

            1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Darlington?

              The cheapest bus tickets from London to Darlington start at R 280. The average price for this route is around R 580. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the bus journey from London to Darlington?

              The average bus journey time from London to Darlington is 6h, covering a distance of 350 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 25m and is operated by National Express.

            3. Which bus companies service the London to Darlington route?

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from National Express, Megabus UK.

            4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Darlington?

              The earliest bus departs from London to Darlington at 08:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:35.

            5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Darlington?

              A bus trip from London to Darlington produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

            6. What is the best bus company from London to Darlington?

              According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.

            7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Darlington?

              Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

            8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Darlington?

              According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

            9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Darlington?

              According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            04/12
            R 829
            05/12
            R 686
            Today
            R 660
            07/12
            R 686
            08/12
            R 425
            09/12
            R 834
            10/12
            R 834
            11/12
            R 834
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Darlington was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 425

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Darlington as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from R 425 to R 1 424 for a bus ticket from London to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 425, which is on 2025-12-08.

            What's the cheapest way to go from London to Darlington?

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