The cheapest and fastest coaches from Plymouth to Darlington
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
14 h 5 m
Average duration
14 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
494 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Plymouth to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Darlington will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £71.
Of the 1 buses that leave Plymouth for Darlington 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 494 km distance in an average of 14 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Plymouth to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £148.
Distance: 494 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price Cheapest | £130 Average Price | £160 Average Price |
13h 11m Average total duration 12h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Plymouth to Darlington bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Darlington coaches for today, Thursday 5 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:59 Plymouth | 17h01 | 16:00 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 6 February | |||||
![]() | 04:25 Plymouth | 14h05 | 18:30 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Darlington
Buses from Plymouth to Darlington run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 494 km distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 494 km |
Average bus duration 12h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Plymouth to DarlingtonYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to Darlington with National Express for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Plymouth to Darlington coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Darlington 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 Darlington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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