Brighton to Darlington bus with National Express

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Compare train, coach and flight for Brighton to Darlington

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £99.

Distance: 422 km

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£42

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£131

Average Price

10h 22m

Average total duration

9h 52m

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5h 28m

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4h 58m

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Darlington

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Buses from Brighton to Darlington run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 17:17. The fastest coach covers the 422 km distance in 10h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
422 km
Average bus duration
9h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£38
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
10h 50m
First bus
01:15
Last bus
17:17
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Brighton to DarlingtonYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Darlington with National Express for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 50m
Cheapest Price
£33
National Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Brighton to Darlington coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Darlington by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Darlington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Darlington can start from as little as £37 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Darlington is £46; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Brighton to Darlington is 10 h 33 min   to travel the 261 mile long route, with around there are 5 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Brighton to Darlington leaves at 00: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Brighton to Darlington leaves at 22: 30.
There are 5 coaches a day from Brighton to Darlington which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Brighton to Darlington coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Brighton and Darlington to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Brighton to Darlington by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel to Darlington from Brighton 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Brighton to Darlington has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Darlington.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to Darlington.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Darlington.
    No, luggage for the coach from Brighton to Darlington needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Brighton to Darlington.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Darlington.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Darlington.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Brighton to Darlington.

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