The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Darlington
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Darlington will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Cambridge to Darlington you need to make at least 2 changes.
7:307h30Cambridge15:00Darlington£421One-way2 changes
19:458h10Cambridge3:55Darlington£441One-way2 changes
7:307h30Cambridge15:00Darlington£421One-way2 changes
19:458h10Cambridge3:55Darlington£441One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £31, and a coach costs an average of £80.
Distance: 281 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£82 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge to Darlington bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Darlington coaches for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 Cambridge | 7h30 | 15:00 Darlington | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:45 Cambridge | 8h10 | 3:55 Darlington | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cambridge to Darlington by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Darlington
Buses from Cambridge to Darlington run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £31 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 20:52. The fastest coach covers the 281 km distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 281 km |
Average bus duration 8h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 1:15 |
Last bus 20:52 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Stagecoach East from Cambridge to DarlingtonYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Darlington with Stagecoach East for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Darlington coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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.

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