Bus and Coach from Darlington to Bournemouth: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Darlington to Bournemouth

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Darlington to Bournemouth from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today

£49

tomorrow

£43

Saturday

Sunday

£39

Monday

Tuesday

£51

Wednesday

£45

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	10h 0m	14:25	Darlington	Central Coach Station	00:25	Bournemouth	Train Station		Economy	£49	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 14:25:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	9h 20m	01:15	Darlington	Central Coach Station	10:35	Bournemouth	Train Station		Economy	£43	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 01:15:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 10:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 20m
	National Express	10h 35m	14:25	Darlington	Central Coach Station	01:00	Bournemouth	Train Station		Economy	£43	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 14:25:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 01:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	10h 35m	14:25	Darlington	Central Coach Station	01:00	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£39	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 14:25:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/12/2025 01:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
National Express	9h 5m	01:15	Darlington	Central Coach Station	10:20	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£49	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 01:15:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 10:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
National Express	12h 35m	11:50	Darlington	Central Coach Station	00:25	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£52	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 11:50:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/12/2025 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	10h 0m	14:25	Darlington	Central Coach Station	00:25	Bournemouth	Train Station		Economy	£51	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 14:25:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
	National Express	9h 50m	01:45	Darlington	Central Coach Station	11:35	Bournemouth	Train Station		Economy	£67	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 01:45:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 11:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £67 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	9h 50m	01:45	Darlington	Central Coach Station	11:35	Bournemouth	Train Station		Economy	£45	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 01:45:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 11:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
	National Express	10h 0m	14:25	Darlington	Central Coach Station	00:25	Bournemouth	Train Station		Economy	£51	A Bus from National Express goes from Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 14:25:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/12/2025 00:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Darlington to Bournemouth is £21 on 05/01/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Darlington and Bournemouth

See here how frequent the connections between Darlington and Bournemouth are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily coaches from Darlington to Bournemouth. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Darlington and Bournemouth.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 5 coaches from Darlington to Bournemouth, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Darlington and Bournemouth, with 1 offers.

Facts about coaches from Darlington to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Darlington to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Darlington to Bournemouth starting from £21!

Cheapest Bus	£21
Fastest Bus	9h 5m
Earliest Coach	14:25
Latest Coach	14:25
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	423.5 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Darlington to Bournemouth

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Darlington for Bournemouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 18/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

£39

Friday 19/12

£43

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

£39

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

£51

Wednesday 24/12

£45

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

£90

Saturday 27/12

£54

Sunday 28/12

£54

Monday 29/12

Tuesday 30/12

Wednesday 31/12

£61

Thursday 01/01

Friday 02/01

Saturday 03/01

Sunday 04/01

Monday 05/01

£21

Tuesday 06/01

Wednesday 07/01

Thursday 08/01

Friday 09/01

Saturday 10/01

Sunday 11/01

The cheapest time to travel from Darlington to Bournemouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Darlington to Bournemouth, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £39, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Darlington to Bournemouth. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £51.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Darlington to Bournemouth, with £21. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £52.

How to save money travelling from Darlington to Bournemouth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Darlington to Bournemouth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Darlington to Bournemouth, 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 Darlington to Bournemouth are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Darlington to Bournemouth

These are the most booked bus companies between Darlington to Bournemouth from our users.

National Express from Darlington to Bournemouth

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

Cheapest Price	£39
Fastest Coach	9h 5m
Earliest Coach	14:25
Last Coach	14:25
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	16/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Darlington and Bournemouth

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Darlington and Bournemouth.

Central Coach Station

Park Ln 14

Town Hall

Central Coach Station

Bournemouth Bus Station

University

Fern Barrow

Westbourne

Poole Rd

Square

Gervis Pl 9

Pier

Exeter Road

Service and Comfort on the bus from Darlington to Bournemouth

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Darlington to Bournemouth? Or which bus companies serve the route Darlington to Bournemouth? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Darlington to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Darlington - Bournemouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Darlington - Bournemouth bus trip is available from £21 and takes 10h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Darlington to Bournemouth is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £21 to £67. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Darlington to Bournemouth is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bournemouth from Darlington take?

The quickest coach from Darlington to Bournemouth is provided by National Express and takes 9h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £49. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Darlington to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus to Bournemouth departs from Darlington at 14:25. 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 Darlington to Bournemouth?

The latest bus to Bournemouth departs from Darlington at 14:25. 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 Darlington - Bournemouth route?

Passengers looking to travel from Darlington to Bournemouth 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 Darlington and Bournemouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Darlington and Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth from Darlington?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Darlington Bournemouth 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 Darlington Bournemouth 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 Darlington to Bournemouth on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Darlington to Bournemouth?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Darlington and to Bournemouth

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Darlington and to Bournemouth. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!