The cheapest and fastest buses from Darlington station (DAR) to London
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 28 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
348 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Darlington station (DAR) 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 station (DAR) to London will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 4 buses that leave Darlington station (DAR) for London on Thu, Feb 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 12 the direct buses cover the 348 km distance in an average of 6 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
On Thu, Feb 12 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 station (DAR) to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington station (DAR) to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €47.
Distance: 348 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price | €226 Average price |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Darlington station (DAR) to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington station (DAR) to London buses for tomorrow, Thursday, February 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:25 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 6h25 | 6:50 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 6h05 | 7:20 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:05 AM Darlington station (DAR) | 6h25 | 2:30 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:25 PM Darlington station (DAR) | 6h55 | 9:20 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Darlington station (DAR) to London by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Darlington station (DAR) to London
Buses from Darlington station (DAR) to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 15:20. The fastest bus covers the 348 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 348 km |
Average bus duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 15:20 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Darlington station (DAR) to LondonYou can travel by bus between Darlington station (DAR) to London with Megabus, National Express for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Darlington station (DAR) to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington station (DAR) 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 station (DAR) 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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