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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Darlington to Manchester
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Darlington to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Manchester will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 2 buses that leave Darlington for Manchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 124 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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.
FlixBus19:502h50Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre)22:40Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£101One-way0 changes
NX591 · NX17014:254h35Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre)19:00Manchester, Coach Station£271One-way1 change
- FlixBus19:502h50Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre)22:40Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£101One-way0 changes
- NX591 · NX17014:254h35Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre)19:00Manchester, Coach Station£271One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Darlington to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 124 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Darlington to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Manchester coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX591 · NX170 | 14:25 Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) | 4h35 | 19:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 19:50 Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) | 2h50 | 22:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Darlington to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Darlington to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 124 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 124 km |
Average bus duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 0:06 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Darlington to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Darlington to Manchester with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Darlington to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Darlington and Manchester
Most Darlington to Manchester buses use the Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) to Manchester, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Airport. Use this guide to compare Darlington and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) from Darlington city centre
Which Manchester station do buses from Darlington arrive at?
Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Getting to Manchester, Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Airport bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
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