The cheapest and fastest buses from Darlington to London
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
349 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Darlington to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to London will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
Of the 1 buses that leave Darlington for London on Wed, Feb 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 349 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Darlington to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €64.
Distance: 349 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€37 Average price Cheapest | €90 Average price | €233 Average price |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Darlington to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to London buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX591 | 2:25 PM Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) | 6h55 | 9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Darlington to London by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Darlington to London
Buses from Darlington to London run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 349 km distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 349 km |
Average bus duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 8m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Darlington to LondonYou can travel by bus between Darlington to London with Megabus, National Express for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Darlington to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to London by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Darlington to London
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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