The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Darlington
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Darlington will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 3 buses that leave Edinburgh for Darlington on Tue, Nov 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 11 the direct buses cover the 190 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest buses will take 4 h 28 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 and bus for Edinburgh to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 190 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€31 Average price Cheapest | €46 Average price |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Darlington bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Darlington buses for today, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:35 PM Edinburgh | 3h40 | 12:15 AM Darlington | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 11 | |||||
![]() | 8:27 AM Edinburgh | 4h28 | 12:55 PM Darlington | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Edinburgh | 3h50 | 1:25 PM Darlington | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Darlington
Buses from Edinburgh to Darlington run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 190 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 190 km |
Average bus duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 01:30 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Edinburgh to DarlingtonYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Darlington with National Express for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Darlington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Darlington 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 Darlington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre), located 0.4 miles (620 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Edinburgh to Darlington
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
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