Darlington to Swindon bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Darlington to Swindon

Showing times and prices for Dec 20

Cheapest price

€43

Average price

€43

Fastest journey

11 h 10 m

Average duration

11 h 10 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

330 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Darlington to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Darlington to Swindon will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Darlington to Swindon without transferring at least once.

National ExpressNX591 · NX444
02:25PM11h10
Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre)
01:35AMSwindon
€431One-way
1 transfer

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Compare train and bus for Darlington to Swindon

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €63. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €63, and a train costs an average of €147.

Distance: 330 km

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€70

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Cheapest

€147

Average price

9h 12m

Average total duration

8h 42m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 53m

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30m

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Live departures

Darlington to Swindon bus times

The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Swindon buses for today, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 9:11 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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national_express1:25 PM Darlington
11h10
12:35 AM Swindon0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Darlington to Swindon

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Buses from Darlington to Swindon run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €63 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 17:28. The fastest bus covers the 330 km distance in 11h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
330 km
Average bus duration
8h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
€63
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
11h 10m
First bus
01:15
Last bus
17:28
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Darlington to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Darlington to Swindon with National Express for as low as €63. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 10m
Cheapest Price
€63
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Bus from Darlington to Swindon

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Swindon 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 Swindon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Darlington to Swindon can start from as little as €29 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Darlington to Swindon is €39; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Darlington to Swindon is on average 10 h 40 min   for the 330 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Swindon from Darlington by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Darlington to Swindon leaves at 00: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Darlington to Swindon leaves at 23: 55.
There are 5 coaches a day from Darlington to Swindon which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Darlington to Swindon coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip from Darlington to Swindon as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from Darlington to Swindon is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Darlington to Swindon including taking a train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Darlington to Swindon has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Darlington to Swindon.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Darlington to Swindon.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Darlington to Swindon.
    No, luggage for the coach from Darlington to Swindon needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Darlington to Swindon.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Darlington to Swindon.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Darlington to Swindon.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Darlington to Swindon.

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    Popular bus stations from Darlington to Swindon

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    The major bus station for departures in Darlington is Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) for your trip from Darlington to Swindon.
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