How much is the bus ticket from Darlington to London?

The cheapest coach tickets from Darlington to London start from £13. The average price for this route is around £38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Darlington to London?

The average bus journey time from Darlington to London is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 217 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 20m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Darlington to London route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Darlington to London?

The earliest bus departs from Darlington to London at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Darlington to London?

A bus journey from Darlington to London produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Darlington to London?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Darlington to London?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Darlington to London?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Darlington to London?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Darlington to London from £14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Darlington to London on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	6h 55m	21:20	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	5h 20m	07:05	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	6h 5m	07:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	6h 5m	07:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	6h 5m	07:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Darlington to London on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	8h 55m	20:45	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	5h 20m	07:05	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	6h 5m	07:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	19:50	Town Hall	10h 25m	06:15	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	6h 5m	07:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Darlington to London on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	6h 55m	21:20	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	5h 20m	07:05	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	6h 5m	07:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	19:50	Town Hall	10h 25m	06:15	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	6h 5m	07:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Darlington to London on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:50	Town Hall	10h 25m	06:15	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	5h 20m	07:05	Golders Green	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	6h 5m	07:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	19:50	Town Hall	9h 55m	05:45	Hammersmith	No tags
Bus	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	6h 5m	07:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Darlington to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 40mAverage duration

216 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£13 - £58	Average duration6h 5m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£27 - £307	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£22 - £38	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Darlington and London?

Stops in Darlington

A
Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)
Feethams, opp Town Hall, Darlington DL1
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Stops in London

A
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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B
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
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C
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK
E
London Elephant & Castle
26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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F
New Cross Gate
263 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5PL, UK
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

Customers express satisfaction and happiness with National Express, stating that they will continue to use the service. However, there are concerns about people not wearing face masks.

National Express Darlington London recent customer reviews

I'm very satisfied and happy that I will continue to use National Express everything I get the chance

Lusiana B.

23 February 2022

The journey was smooth

Abolade O.

16 August 2025

Bus very busy & had to sit at back by toilet…. It was very smelly !!!

Geraldine D.

20 August 2023

FlixBus

3.5/512,162 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Darlington to London

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

How much is the bus ticket from Darlington to London?
The cheapest coach tickets from Darlington to London start from £13. The average price for this route is around £38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Darlington to London?
The average bus journey time from Darlington to London is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 217 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 20m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Darlington to London route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Darlington to London?
The earliest bus departs from Darlington to London at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Darlington to London?
A bus journey from Darlington to London produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Darlington to London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Darlington to London?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Darlington to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Darlington to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

27/01

£37

28/01

£37

Today

£27

30/01

£24

31/01

£23

01/02

£31

02/02

£14

03/02

£37

The cheapest trip from Darlington to London was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of £14

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

You can expect to pay from £14 to £68 for a bus ticket from Darlington to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2026-02-02.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.