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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
12 h 33 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 buses that leave Darlington station (DAR) for Manchester Airport every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 12 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 1 h 20 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 Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 137 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport coaches for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:30 Darlington station (DAR) | 12h45 | 03:15 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 November | |||||
| 07:10 Darlington station (DAR) | 4h50 | 12:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:35 Darlington station (DAR) | 7h30 | 15:05 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport
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Buses from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 07:35, the last at 14:30. The fastest coach covers the 137 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 137 km |
Average bus duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 07:35 |
Last bus 14:30 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport with National Express, Megabus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington station (DAR) to Manchester 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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