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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Golders Green | Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Victoria Coach Station | Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Darlington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in London and Darlington?
Stops in London
- A164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
- B235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK - D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK - E26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
- F263 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5PL, UK
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Customers were pleasantly surprised by the quick service and friendly driver who even lent a plug for charging. However, some mentioned unpleasant odors from the toilet on board.
National Express London Darlington recent customer reviews
Rude bus driver. He didn't give us any info, like where we are or when we'd get to Darlington. Unprofessional and uneducated.
Liliana G.
The staff and the coach was very okay but the toilet’s odours was smelling everywhere in coach
Babatunde Akinlarin O.
Quicker than I thought. Driver was really nice and borrowed me his plug for my charger :)
Jack P.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Darlington by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from London to Darlington?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Darlington start from $17. The average price for this route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from London to Darlington?
The average bus trip duration from London to Darlington is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 217 miles (350 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the London to Darlington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Darlington?
The earliest bus departs from London to Darlington at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Darlington?
A bus trip from London to Darlington generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from London to Darlington was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Darlington, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $84 for a bus ticket from London to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2026-01-16.
