How much is the bus ticket from Glasgow to Darlington?

The cheapest coach tickets from Glasgow to Darlington start from £12. The average price for this route is around £27. 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 Glasgow to Darlington?

The average bus journey time from Glasgow to Darlington is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 141 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 10m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Glasgow to Darlington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Glasgow to Darlington at 09:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:55.

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

A bus journey from Glasgow to Darlington produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from Glasgow to Darlington from £10 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Glasgow to Darlington on 21 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Darlington on 22 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:15	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Darlington on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:15	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Darlington on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:15	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Darlington on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:15	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Darlington on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:15	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Glasgow to Darlington on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:15	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
Bus	09:15	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 10m	14:25	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags
Bus	19:55	Buchanan Bus Station	5h 50m	01:45	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Glasgow to Darlington

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 10mAverage duration

142 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £39	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£61 - £193	Average duration3h 22m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£25 - £25	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Glasgow and Darlington?

Stops in Glasgow

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Buchanan Bus Station
Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont St, Glasgow G2 3NW, UK
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Stops in Darlington

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

National Express

4/529,866 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29866 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 £12

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Glasgow to Darlington

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 Glasgow to Darlington?
The cheapest coach tickets from Glasgow to Darlington start from £12. The average price for this route is around £27. 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 Glasgow to Darlington?
The average bus journey time from Glasgow to Darlington is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 141 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 10m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Glasgow to Darlington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Glasgow to Darlington?
The earliest bus departs from Glasgow to Darlington at 09:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Glasgow to Darlington?
A bus journey from Glasgow to Darlington produces an estimated 6 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.

Best price found

19/01

£18

20/01

£18

Today

£26

22/01

£26

23/01

£26

24/01

£10

25/01

£26

26/01

£18

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Darlington was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 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 Glasgow to Darlington as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £10 to £38 for a bus ticket from Glasgow to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2026-01-24.