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Which bus from Bournemouth to Darlington is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Bournemouth to Darlington. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £38
tomorrow
from £49
Monday
from £32
Tuesday
from £34
Wednesday
from £31
Thursday
from £26
Friday
from £40

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 45m
    0
    18:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    04:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    11h 50m
    0
    16:10
    Bournemouth
    University
    04:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    10h 10m
    0
    04:50
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    12h 10m
    0
    07:05
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    19:15
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £57
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Darlington via Branksome, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      10h 9m
      Bournemouth
      3 km
      17:51
      Branksome
      Station
      04:00
      Darlington
      Central Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £38

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    10h 10m
    0
    04:50
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £49
  • National Express
    11h 50m
    0
    16:10
    Bournemouth
    University
    04:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £50
  • National Express
    9h 45m
    0
    18:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    04:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £54
  • National Express
    12h 10m
    0
    07:05
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    19:15
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £64
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Darlington via Branksome, you can save more than £-6? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 9m
      Bournemouth
      3 km
      17:51
      Branksome
      Station
      04:00
      Darlington
      Central Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £55
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Darlington via Leeds, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 30m
      0
      04:30
      Bournemouth
      Train Station
      13:05
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £24
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • National Express
      1h 25m
      0
      13:35
      Leeds
      Bus Station
      15:00
      Darlington
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £16
    Travel time is 0h 45m longer, but you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 45m
    0
    18:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    04:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32
  • National Express
    10h 30m
    0
    04:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £43

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    04:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    9h 30m
    0
    18:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    04:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    12h 5m
    0
    15:55
    Bournemouth
    University
    04:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Darlington via Branksome, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      9h 54m
      Bournemouth
      3 km
      18:06
      Branksome
      Station
      04:00
      Darlington
      Central Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £34

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    12h 5m
    0
    15:55
    Bournemouth
    University
    04:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    04:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    9h 30m
    0
    18:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    04:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 30m
    0
    18:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    04:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    04:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    10h 35m
    0
    04:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    15:05
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    13h 50m
    0
    05:40
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    19:30
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    11h 50m
    0
    16:10
    Bournemouth
    University
    04:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £47
  • National Express
    9h 45m
    0
    18:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    04:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £54
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Darlington via Branksome, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      10h 57m
      Bournemouth
      3 km
      04:08
      Branksome
      Station
      15:05
      Darlington
      Central Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Darlington via Birmingham, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      12h 43m
      0
      02:17
      Bournemouth
      Westbourne
      08:55
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      6h 0m
      0
      09:00
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      15:00
      Darlington
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £25
    Travel time is 2h 58m longer, but you will save £4

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Bournemouth and Darlington?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Bournemouth to Darlington. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Bournemouth to Darlington. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Bournemouth and Darlington.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 8 coaches from Bournemouth to Darlington, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Bournemouth and Darlington, with 2 offers.

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All facts for Bournemouth to Darlington bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 3 times by bus from Bournemouth to Darlington in one click. Book your Bournemouth to Darlington bus ticket starting from £26!

Cheapest Bus £26
Fastest Bus 9h 30m
Earliest Coach 04:50
Latest Coach 18:15
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 423.5 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bournemouth to Darlington?

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Bournemouth for Darlington. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 14/06/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 09/06
Tuesday 10/06
Wednesday 11/06
Thursday 12/06
Friday 13/06
Saturday 14/06
£38
Sunday 15/06
£50
Monday 16/06
£32
Tuesday 17/06
£34
Wednesday 18/06
£31
Thursday 19/06
£26
Friday 20/06
£47
Saturday 21/06
£40
Sunday 22/06
£24
Monday 23/06
Tuesday 24/06
Wednesday 25/06
£21
Thursday 26/06
Friday 27/06
Saturday 28/06
Sunday 29/06
Monday 30/06
Tuesday 01/07
Wednesday 02/07
Thursday 03/07
Friday 04/07
Saturday 05/07
Sunday 06/07

The cheapest time to travel from Bournemouth to Darlington

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bournemouth to Darlington, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £26, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bournemouth to Darlington. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £49.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bournemouth to Darlington, with £26. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £57.

How to save money travelling from Bournemouth to Darlington

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Bournemouth to Darlington in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Bournemouth to Darlington, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Bournemouth to Darlington are also emptier.

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What are the most popular bus companies from Bournemouth to Darlington?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Bournemouth to Darlington timetable.

National Express from Bournemouth to Darlington

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Bournemouth to Darlington:

Cheapest Price £26
Fastest Coach 9h 30m
Earliest Coach 04:50
Last Coach 18:15
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 11/06/2025
In total 1 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Bournemouth and Darlington

Here is a map with all coach stations in Bournemouth and Darlington. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Bournemouth to Darlington? Compare all modes of transports from Bournemouth to Darlington.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Bournemouth to Darlington

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bournemouth to Darlington. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Bournemouth to Darlington bus

How much does a Bournemouth Darlington coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bournemouth Darlington bus trip is available from £26 and takes 9h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bournemouth to Darlington?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £26 to £64. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Darlington.

How many connections are available for the Bournemouth Darlington route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Bournemouth to Darlington is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Darlington from Bournemouth take?

The quickest coach from Bournemouth to Darlington is provided by National Express and takes 9h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £34. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bournemouth to Darlington?

The earliest bus to Darlington departs from Bournemouth at 04:50. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Bournemouth to Darlington?

The latest bus to Darlington departs from Bournemouth at 18:15. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Bournemouth Darlington route?

Passengers looking to travel from Bournemouth to Darlington can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Darlington?

You can check all the direct connections between Bournemouth and Darlington by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Darlington from Bournemouth?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Bournemouth Darlington bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bournemouth Darlington bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bournemouth to Darlington on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bournemouth to Darlington

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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