The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth to Darlington
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
13 h 55 m
Average duration
13 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Darlington will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 1 buses that leave Portsmouth 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 415 km distance in an average of 13 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 55 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 Portsmouth to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Darlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £43.
Distance: 415 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £118 Average Price | £206 Average Price |
8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Darlington bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Darlington coaches for today, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:45 Portsmouth | 9h15 | 03:00 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 16 January | |||||
![]() | 04:35 Portsmouth | 13h55 | 18:30 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth to Darlington
Buses from Portsmouth to Darlington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 19:31. The fastest coach covers the 415 km distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 415 km |
Average bus duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 01:15 |
Last bus 19:31 |
Bus providers: National Express from Portsmouth to DarlingtonYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth to Darlington with National Express for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Darlington coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Darlington
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at The Hard (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 13, 14 Train: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway
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