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4:1510h40Southampton14:55Darlington£571One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Southampton to Darlington
The cheapest option from Southampton to Darlington is coach, with an average price of £44. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Darlington among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 403 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£44 Average Price Cheapest option | £98 Average Price | £237 Average Price |
8h 36m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton to Darlington bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Darlington coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 4:15 Southampton | 10h40 | 14:55 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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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- 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.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Darlington.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Darlington
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Typically, there are 6 buses per day from Southampton to Darlington, including direct buses, taking around 8h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 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 6m |
Lowest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 10h 40m |
First bus 1:15 |
Last bus 18:45 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
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 £27. 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
Most Southampton to Darlington buses use the Southampton, University to Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Darlington bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Southampton, University from Southampton city centre
Getting to Southampton, Coach Station from Southampton city centre
Southampton, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Southampton, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Express (in the station), Sandwich Bar (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Southampton, Burgess Rd (Library) from Southampton city centre
Getting to Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) from Darlington city centre
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