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Hopetown Darlington
Railway museum celebrating the Stockton and Darlington Railway with locomotives, carriages and stories of early rail travel.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 29 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 29 m
Buses on 05 Sept
1
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hartlepool to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hartlepool to Darlington will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 buses from Hartlepool to Darlington, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 28 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 29 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hartlepool to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 28 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Darlington take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 7m.
The table below shows live departures for Hartlepool to Darlington coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:48 Hartlepool | 1h29 | 10:17 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
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The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 21:17.
Distance 28 km |
Average bus duration 1h 7m |
Buses per day 6 |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 21:17 |
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Railway museum celebrating the Stockton and Darlington Railway with locomotives, carriages and stories of early rail travel.
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Large public park with bandstand, aviary, café-free green space, sports areas and pleasant paths close to the town centre.
Historic market square surrounded by civic buildings and shops, useful for seeing the town centre's layout and daily life.
Popular woodland and lakeside park on the edge of Darlington with walking trails, sculpture and open green views.
A classic North-East pease pudding spread in a bread bun, often with ham. It is a long-standing local lunch tied to Teesside and County Durham.
Slow-cooked split peas seasoned into a thick savoury paste. It is a regional staple traditionally served with ham or pork pies.
A large round flat loaf with a soft crumb, common across North-East England. It is traditionally used for hearty sandwiches and local fillings.
Refined dining in a country house setting, known for modern British cooking and polished service. Best for a special meal near Darlington.
Stylish restaurant serving Indian small plates and grilled dishes in an upbeat modern setting. A popular choice for groups and evening meals.
Smart casual steakhouse focused on quality beef, burgers and hearty mains. Relaxed atmosphere suited to an easy dinner in town.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and everyday costs are fairly reasonable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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