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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Darlington
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 51 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
124 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Darlington will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Fast coaches
Of the 4 buses that leave Manchester for Darlington every day 4 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 9 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 5 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.
13:202h40
Manchester16:00Darlington
£181One-way
0 changes
14:508h50
Manchester23:40Darlington
£231One-way
0 changes
12:5024h05
Manchester12:55Darlington
£261One-way
0 changes
10:103h50
Manchester14:00Darlington
£281One-way
0 changes
13:202h40
Manchester16:00Darlington
£181One-way
0 changes
10:103h50
Manchester14:00Darlington
£281One-way
0 changes
14:508h50
Manchester23:40Darlington
£231One-way
0 changes
12:5024h05
Manchester12:55Darlington
£261One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 124 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price |
3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m 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
Manchester to Darlington bus times
Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:58
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:10 Manchester | 3h50 | 14:00 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:50 Manchester | 24h05 | 12:55 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:20 Manchester | 2h40 | 16:00 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:50 Manchester | 8h50 | 23:40 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Darlington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Manchester to Darlington run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
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 124 km |
Average bus duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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, Megabus from Manchester to DarlingtonYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Darlington with National Express, Megabus for as low as £10. 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
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£10
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.
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
17h 35m
Cheapest Price
£26
Megabus frequency
2 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.
FAQs: Manchester to Darlington coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Manchester to Darlington with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Darlington.
Cheap coach tickets from Manchester to Darlington can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to Darlington is £24; 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 Manchester to Darlington is 2 h 15 min to travel the 77 mile long journey, with around there are 4 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Manchester to Darlington leaves at 05: 03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Manchester to Darlington leaves at 17: 00.
There are 4 coaches a day from Manchester to Darlington which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from Manchester to Darlington you can take a coach with National Express or Megabus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Manchester to Darlington on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre), located 0.4 miles (620 m) away from the city centre.
A trip to Darlington from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Darlington by coach is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Darlington including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Manchester to Darlington has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester to Darlington.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Manchester to Darlington.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Manchester to Darlington.
No, luggage for the coach from Manchester to Darlington needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Manchester to Darlington.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Manchester to Darlington.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester to Darlington.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Manchester to Darlington.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Darlington
Manchester
Darlington
The major coach station for departures in Manchester is Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange for your trip from Manchester to Darlington.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:30
Car connection
ShudehillWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Amenities at bus station
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Car connection
Chorlton StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Coach Station
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 00:00-23:59
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Terminal Road NorthWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Airport
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
Manchester, Miles Platting
information
The major coach station for arrivals 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 to Darlington from Manchester.
Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre)
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