Darlington to Leicester bus with Megabus

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Compare train and coach for Darlington to Leicester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £38.

Distance: 211 km

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£41

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£91

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4h 45m

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4h 15m

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2h 37m

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Live departures

Darlington to Leicester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Leicester coaches for today, Wednesday 7 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 03:35
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express13:25 Darlington
5h45
19:10 Leicester0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Darlington to Leicester

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Buses from Darlington to Leicester run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 21:50. The fastest coach covers the 211 km distance in 5h 35m.

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
211 km
Average bus duration
4h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£37
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
5h 35m
First bus
00:25
Last bus
21:50
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: Megabus, National Express from Darlington to LeicesterYou can travel by bus between Darlington to Leicester with Megabus, National Express for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 5m
Cheapest Price
£24
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

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
5h 35m
Cheapest Price
£33
National Express frequency
1 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.
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FAQs: Darlington to Leicester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Darlington to Leicester can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Darlington to Leicester is £36; 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 Darlington to Leicester is 4 h 5 min   to travel the 131 mile long trip, with around there are 4 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Darlington to Leicester leaves at 05: 51. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Darlington to Leicester leaves at 22: 25.
There are 4 coaches a day from Darlington to Leicester which require at least one change with Megabus or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Darlington to Leicester you can take a coach with Megabus or National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Leicester from Darlington on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre), which is located around 0.4 miles (620 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda), located 4 miles (6.4 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Leicester from Darlington is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Darlington to Leicester is January.
You have options as you can travel from Darlington to Leicester 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Darlington to Leicester has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Darlington to Leicester.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Darlington to Leicester.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Darlington to Leicester, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Darlington to Leicester.
    No, luggage for the coach from Darlington to Leicester needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Darlington to Leicester.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Darlington to Leicester.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Darlington to Leicester.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Darlington to Leicester.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Darlington and Leicester

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    The major coach station for departures in Darlington is Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) for your trip from Darlington to Leicester.
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