Darlington to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Darlington to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£49

Average price

£49

Fastest journey

11 h 25 m

Average duration

11 h 25 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

317 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Darlington to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Darlington to London Stansted Airport will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.

Fast coaches

To travel from Darlington to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.

Arriva North East
19:2511h25
Darlington
06:50London Stansted Airport (stn)
£491One-way
2 changes

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Compare coach and train for Darlington to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to London Stansted Airport 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 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £73.

Distance: 317 km

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Train

£43

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Cheapest

£87

Average Price

7h 17m

Average total duration

6h 47m

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Additional time*

3h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 24m

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Live departures

Darlington to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Darlington to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:50
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Arriva North East22:25 Darlington
8h25
06:50 London Stansted Airport (stn)2 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Darlington to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Darlington to London Stansted Airport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 13:25. The fastest coach covers the 317 km distance in 7h 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
317 km
Average bus duration
6h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£37
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
7h 35m
First bus
00:15
Last bus
13:25
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, Arriva North East from Darlington to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Darlington to London Stansted Airport with National Express, Arriva North East for as low as £37. 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
7h 35m
Cheapest Price
£37
National Express frequency
2 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.
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Arriva North East

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 25m
Cheapest Price
£50
Arriva North East frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Darlington to London Stansted Airport coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as £42 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN) is £53; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN) is on average 7 h 30 min   for the 196 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN) by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 01: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 14: 25.
There are 2 coaches a day from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN) which require at least one change with National Express or Arriva North East. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN) coach with National Express or Arriva North East. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route to London Stansted Airport (STN) from Darlington as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN) is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Darlington and London Stansted Airport (STN) including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN).

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN), 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 London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, luggage for the coach from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Darlington to London Stansted Airport (STN).

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