How far is Darlington from Durham by coach?

The distance between Durham and Darlington by coach is approximately 18 miles (29 km).

What is the best way to go from Durham to Darlington without a car?

You can travel to Darlington from Durham by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus from Durham to Darlington from £5 | Compare & Save up to 39%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Durham to Darlington on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:15	Durham Bus Station	35m	11:50	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:15	Durham Bus Station	35m	11:50	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Durham to Darlington on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	00:40	Durham Bus Station	35m	01:15	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	00:40	Durham Bus Station	35m	01:15	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Durham to Darlington on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	00:40	Durham Bus Station	35m	01:15	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	00:40	Durham Bus Station	35m	01:15	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Durham to Darlington on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15	Durham Bus Station	35m	11:50	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	Cheapest
Bus	00:40	Durham Bus Station	35m	01:15	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Durham Bus Station	35m	01:15	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	11:15	Durham Bus Station	35m	11:50	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Durham to Darlington on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:40	Durham Bus Station	35m	01:15	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
Bus	00:40	Durham Bus Station	35m	01:15	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	11:15	Durham Bus Station	35m	11:50	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	11:15	Durham Bus Station	35m	11:50	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 04:35 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Durham to Darlington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

35mAverage duration

18 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£7 - £7	Average duration35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£6 - £20	Average duration17m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Durham and Darlington?

Stops in Durham

A
Durham Bus Station
28 North Road, Durham DH1 4SG, UK
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Stops in Darlington

A
Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)
Feethams, opp Town Hall, Darlington DL1
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,728 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,276 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Durham to Darlington

How far is Darlington from Durham by coach?
The distance between Durham and Darlington by coach is approximately 18 miles (29 km).
What is the best way to go from Durham to Darlington without a car?
You can travel to Darlington from Durham by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

£5

23/11

£5

Today

£5

25/11

£5

26/11

£5

27/11

£5

28/11

£5

29/11

£5

The cheapest trip from Durham to Darlington was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 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 Durham to Darlington as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £5 to £8 for a bus ticket from Durham to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-11-26.