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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Darlington
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
11 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Darlington will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 2 buses that leave Cardiff for Darlington every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 356 km distance in an average of 12 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £70.
Distance: 356 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£47 Average Price Cheapest | £132 Average Price |
8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Darlington bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Darlington coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 21 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02:20 Cardiff | 11h40 | 14:00 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Darlington
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Buses from Cardiff to Darlington run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 356 km distance in 9h 35m.
Distance 356 km |
Average bus duration 7h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 35m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to DarlingtonYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Darlington with National Express for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Darlington coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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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