The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Darlington
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
14 h 10 m
Average duration
14 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Darlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Darlington will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 1 buses that leave Southampton 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 403 km distance in an average of 14 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 10 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 Southampton to Darlington
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton 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 £106.
Distance: 403 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £96 Average Price | £145 Average Price |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m 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
Southampton to Darlington bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Darlington coaches for tomorrow, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:20 Southampton | 14h10 | 19:30 Darlington | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Southampton to Darlington coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Darlington.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Darlington.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Darlington
Buses from Southampton to Darlington run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 18:45. The fastest coach covers the 403 km distance in 10h 40m.
Distance 403 km |
Average bus duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 10h 40m |
First bus 01:15 |
Last bus 18:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Southampton to DarlingtonYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Darlington with National Express, Megabus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to Darlington coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.

- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Darlington
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
Most popular bus connections from Southampton
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