Bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)
    Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)Cheapest
    National ExpressBus
      Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)
      Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)Fastest
      National ExpressBus
        Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)
        Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)No tags
        National ExpressBus
          Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)
          Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)No tags
          National ExpressBus
            Newcastle Upon Tyne (Coach Station)
            Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)No tags

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            Compare 3 ways to travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington

            We recommend taking the train

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            11train per day
            30mAverage duration
            31 milesDistance
            1kgCO₂ emissions
            Average price£10 - £11Average duration1h
            1kg CO₂e
            Average price£6 - £33Average duration30m
            1kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            Average price£5 - £5Average duration1h 10m
            2kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington

            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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington?

              The cheapest coach tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington start from £10. The average price for this route is around £11. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington?

              The average bus journey time from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington is 1h, covering a distance of 31 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 55m and is operated by National Express.

            3. Which bus companies service the Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington route?

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

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

              The earliest bus departs from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 13:30.

            5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington?

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

            6. Which is the best bus company from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington?

              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.

            7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington?

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

            8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington?

              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.

            9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington?

              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
            26/11
            £9
            27/11
            £9
            Today
            £9
            29/11
            £9
            30/11
            £9
            01/12
            No data
            02/12
            £9
            03/12
            £9
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £9

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

            You can expect to pay from £9 to £11 for a bus ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-12-03.

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