4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Darlington
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Darlington will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 2 buses that leave Glasgow for Darlington on Tue, Nov 11, 2 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 227 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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 bus and train for Glasgow to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. 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 €13, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 227 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€31 Average price Cheapest | €58 Average price |
5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg 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
Glasgow to Darlington bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX180 · NX598 | 7:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 5h20 | 1:15 AM Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, November 11 | |||||
| 8:15 AM Glasgow | 5h10 | 1:25 PM Darlington | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Darlington
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Buses from Glasgow to Darlington run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 227 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 227 km |
Average bus duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 01:30 |
Last bus 21:00 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Glasgow to DarlingtonYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Darlington with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Darlington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
When departing from Glasgow, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow, Hampden Park and Glasgow, Hangingshaw Pl (Hampden Park and Ride). When arriving in Darlington, you can end your journey in coach stations like Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre), Darlington, Tubwell Row and Darlington, Feethams (Vue Darlington).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Glasgow to Darlington
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
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