How much is the bus ticket from Darlington to Edinburgh?

The cheapest coach tickets from Darlington to Edinburgh start from £12. The average price for this route is around £22. 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 Edinburgh?

The average bus journey time from Darlington to Edinburgh is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 118 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 40m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Darlington to Edinburgh route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Darlington to Edinburgh at 03:55. And the latest bus departs at 16:00.

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

A bus journey from Darlington to Edinburgh produces an estimated 5 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 Edinburgh?

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 29868 reviews.

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

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 Edinburgh?

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 Edinburgh?

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 Edinburgh from £9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Darlington to Edinburgh on 22 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Town Hall	5h 45m	21:45	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	14:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 40m	18:35	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	14:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 40m	18:35	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Darlington to Edinburgh on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Town Hall	5h 45m	21:45	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	03:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 45m	07:40	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	03:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 45m	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 50m	18:50	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 50m	18:50	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Darlington to Edinburgh on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Town Hall	5h 45m	21:45	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	14:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 40m	18:35	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	03:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 45m	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	03:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 45m	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 40m	18:35	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Darlington to Edinburgh on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Town Hall	5h 45m	21:45	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	14:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 40m	18:35	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	03:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 45m	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	03:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 45m	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 40m	18:35	Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Darlington to Edinburgh on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Town Hall	5h 45m	21:45	Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	14:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 40m	18:35	Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	03:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 45m	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	03:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 45m	07:40	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:55	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	3h 40m	18:35	Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:41 GMT.

Get from Darlington to Edinburgh

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3h 45mAverage duration

118 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Darlington and Edinburgh?

Stops in Darlington

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

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,870 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/512,134 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Darlington to Edinburgh

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 Edinburgh?
The cheapest coach tickets from Darlington to Edinburgh start from £12. The average price for this route is around £22. 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 Edinburgh?
The average bus journey time from Darlington to Edinburgh is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 118 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 40m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Darlington to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Darlington to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Darlington to Edinburgh at 03:55. And the latest bus departs at 16:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Darlington to Edinburgh?
A bus journey from Darlington to Edinburgh produces an estimated 5 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 Edinburgh?
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 29868 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Darlington to Edinburgh?
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 Edinburgh?
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 Edinburgh?
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

20/01

£20

21/01

£25

Today

£14

23/01

£16

24/01

£15

25/01

£16

26/01

£12

27/01

£20

The cheapest trip from Darlington to Edinburgh was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of £12

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

You can expect to pay from £12 to £32 for a bus ticket from Darlington to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2026-01-26.

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.