How much is the bus ticket from Darlington to Manchester?

The cheapest coach tickets from Darlington to Manchester start from £10. The average price for this route is around £26. 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 Manchester?

The average bus journey time from Darlington to Manchester is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 35m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Darlington to Manchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from National Express , Megabus UK .

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

The earliest bus departs from Darlington to Manchester at 08:05. And the latest bus departs at 14:25.

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

A bus journey from Darlington to Manchester produces an estimated 3 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 Manchester?

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 29733 reviews.

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

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 Manchester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

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.

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Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Darlington to Manchester on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	2h 20m	14:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	12:05	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	2h 50m	14:55	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 45m	18:10	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	4h 20m	18:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	4h 5m	18:30	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Darlington to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 10mAverage duration

78 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£10 - £55	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£21 - £124	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£15 - £15	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Darlington and Manchester?

Stops in Darlington

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

A
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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B
Manchester Airport
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C
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,736 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29736 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £10

National Express Darlington Manchester recent customer reviews

Very professional service

Peter B.

25 October 2025

The bus was 30 mins late , otherwise all was fine

Zainab Z.

5 May 2024

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Darlington to Manchester

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 Manchester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Darlington to Manchester start from £10. The average price for this route is around £26. 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 Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Darlington to Manchester is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 86 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Darlington to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Darlington to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Darlington to Manchester at 08:05. And the latest bus departs at 14:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Darlington to Manchester?
A bus journey from Darlington to Manchester produces an estimated 3 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 Manchester?
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 29733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Darlington to Manchester?
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 Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Darlington to Manchester?
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

25/11

£24

26/11

£24

Today

£24

28/11

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29/11

£13

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01/12

£10

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The cheapest trip from Darlington to Manchester was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

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

You can expect to pay from £10 to £32 for a bus ticket from Darlington to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-12-01.