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Compare all timetables for the bus from Edinburgh to Darlington

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

today
£19
tomorrow
£19
Friday
£24
Saturday
£24
Sunday
£19
Monday
£19
Tuesday
£24

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 50m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 14:25 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 3h 40m 21:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 01:15 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Darlington via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 30m
      0
      20:45
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      23:20
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      00:15
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      Westmorland Coach Station
      01:15
      Darlington
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 50m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 14:25 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 3h 40m 21:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 01:15 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Darlington via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 30m
      0
      20:45
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      23:20
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      00:15
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      Westmorland Coach Station
      01:15
      Darlington
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 50m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 14:25 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 3h 40m 21:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 01:15 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Darlington via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 30m
      0
      20:45
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      23:20
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      00:15
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      Westmorland Coach Station
      01:15
      Darlington
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 40m 21:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 01:15 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 3h 50m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 14:25 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Darlington via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 30m
      0
      20:45
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      23:20
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      00:15
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      Westmorland Coach Station
      01:15
      Darlington
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 40m 22:05 Edinburgh Central bus station 01:45 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 3h 50m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 14:25 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Darlington via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 30m
      0
      20:45
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      23:20
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      00:15
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      Westmorland Coach Station
      01:15
      Darlington
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 40m 22:05 Edinburgh Central bus station 01:45 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 3h 50m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 14:25 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Darlington via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 30m
      0
      20:45
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      23:20
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      00:15
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      Westmorland Coach Station
      01:15
      Darlington
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 3h 50m 10:35 Edinburgh Central bus station 14:25 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 3h 40m 22:05 Edinburgh Central bus station 01:45 Darlington Central Coach Station  Economy £28
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Darlington via Newcastle upon Tyne, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 30m
      0
      20:45
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew Square
      23:20
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      John Dobson St
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 55m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      00:15
      Newcastle upon Tyne
      Westmorland Coach Station
      01:15
      Darlington
      Central Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £7

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Edinburgh to Darlington is £19 on 17/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Darlington

See here how frequent the connections between Edinburgh and Darlington are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Edinburgh to Darlington. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Darlington.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 7 coaches from Edinburgh to Darlington, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Darlington, with 7 offers.

Facts about coaches from Edinburgh to Darlington

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Darlington in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Darlington starting from £19!

Cheapest Bus £19
Fastest Bus 3h 40m
Earliest Coach 10:35
Latest Coach 22:05
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 189.6 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Edinburgh to Darlington

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Edinburgh for Darlington: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 17/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
£19
Thursday 18/12
£19
Friday 19/12
£24
Saturday 20/12
£24
Sunday 21/12
£19
Monday 22/12
£19
Tuesday 23/12
£24
Wednesday 24/12
£24
Thursday 25/12
£45
Friday 26/12
£35
Saturday 27/12
£24
Sunday 28/12
£24
Monday 29/12
£24
Tuesday 30/12
£19
Wednesday 31/12
Thursday 01/01
£24
Friday 02/01
£19
Saturday 03/01
£24
Sunday 04/01
£19
Monday 05/01
£19
Tuesday 06/01
£19
Wednesday 07/01
£19
Thursday 08/01
Friday 09/01
£19
Saturday 10/01
£19
Sunday 11/01

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Darlington

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Darlington, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £19, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Edinburgh to Darlington. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £19.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Darlington, with £19. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £19.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh to Darlington

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 Edinburgh 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 bus from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Darlington are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Edinburgh to Darlington

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

National Express from Edinburgh to Darlington

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £19
Fastest Coach 3h 40m
Earliest Coach 10:35
Last Coach 22:05
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 16/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Darlington

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Darlington

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

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Darlington bus

How much does a Edinburgh - Darlington coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Edinburgh - Darlington bus trip is available from £19 and takes 3h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Edinburgh to Darlington is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £19 to £28. 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 Edinburgh - Darlington route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Edinburgh to Darlington 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 Darlington from Edinburgh take?

The quickest coach from Edinburgh to Darlington is provided by National Express and takes 3h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £19. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Darlington?

The earliest bus to Darlington departs from Edinburgh at 10:35. 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 Edinburgh to Darlington?

The latest bus to Darlington departs from Edinburgh at 22:05. 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 Edinburgh - Darlington route?

Passengers looking to travel from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Darlington?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Darlington on your planned travel date.

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

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Edinburgh and Darlington. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Edinburgh to Darlington?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Edinburgh and Darlington change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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