Bus from Darlington to Durham: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Darlington to Durham on 21 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)
    Durham Bus StationCheapestFastest
    National ExpressBus
      Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)
      Durham Bus StationNo tags

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      Compare 2 ways to travel from Darlington to Durham

      We recommend taking the train

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 16 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      11train per day
      16mAverage duration
      18 milesDistance
      1kgCO₂ emissions
      Average price£7 - £7Average duration30m
      1kg CO₂e
      Average price£6 - £20Average duration16m
      1kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Darlington to Durham

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Darlington to Durham?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Darlington to Durham start from £7. The average price for this route is around £7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Darlington to Durham?

        The average bus journey time from Darlington to Durham is 30m, covering a distance of 18 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 30m and is operated by National Express.

      3. Which bus companies service the Darlington to Durham route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Darlington to Durham?

        The earliest bus departs from Darlington to Durham at 03:55. And the latest bus departs at 19:30.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Darlington to Durham?

        A bus journey from Darlington to Durham produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Darlington to Durham was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of £5

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Darlington to Durham as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from £5 to £8 for a bus ticket from Darlington to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2026-01-21.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Darlington to Durham?

      busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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