Bus and Coach from Edinburgh to Darlington: Compare all prices

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 or FlixBus for the next days.

today

£24

tomorrow

£19

Wednesday

£19

Thursday

£19

Friday

£24

Saturday

£14

Sunday

£19

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	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 03/08/2026 10:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/08/2026 14:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
	National Express	3h 40m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	01:45	Darlington	Central Coach Station		Economy	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 03/08/2026 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/08/2026 01:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

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	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 04/08/2026 10:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/08/2026 14:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
	National Express	3h 40m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	01:45	Darlington	Central Coach Station		Economy	£19	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 04/08/2026 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/08/2026 01:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
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	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 05/08/2026 10:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/08/2026 14:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
	National Express	3h 40m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	01:45	Darlington	Central Coach Station		Economy	£19	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 05/08/2026 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/08/2026 01:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
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	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 06/08/2026 10:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/08/2026 14:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
	National Express	3h 40m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	01:45	Darlington	Central Coach Station		Economy	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 06/08/2026 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/08/2026 01:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

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	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 07/08/2026 10:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/08/2026 14:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
	National Express	3h 40m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	01:45	Darlington	Central Coach Station		Economy	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 07/08/2026 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/08/2026 01:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	8h 40m	11:05	Edinburgh	St Andrew Square	19:45	Darlington	Town Hall	Economy	£14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 08/08/2026 11:05:00 to Town Hall, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/08/2026 19:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
National Express	3h 50m	10:35	Edinburgh	Central bus station	14:25	Darlington	Central Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 08/08/2026 10:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/08/2026 14:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
National Express	3h 40m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	01:45	Darlington	Central Coach Station	Economy	£19	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 08/08/2026 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/08/2026 01:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
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	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 09/08/2026 10:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/08/2026 14:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
	National Express	3h 40m	22:05	Edinburgh	Central bus station	01:45	Darlington	Central Coach Station		Economy	£24	A Bus from National Express goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 09/08/2026 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/08/2026 01:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Edinburgh to Darlington is £14 on 08/08/2026. 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.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 3 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 8 coaches from Edinburgh to Darlington, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Darlington, with 7 offers.

Facts about coaches from Edinburgh to Darlington

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus 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 £14!

Cheapest Bus	£14
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 and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Edinburgh to Darlington

Every day, 2 buses from 2 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 03/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 03/08

£24

Tuesday 04/08

£19

Wednesday 05/08

£19

Thursday 06/08

£19

Friday 07/08

£24

Saturday 08/08

£19

Sunday 09/08

£19

Monday 10/08

£19

Tuesday 11/08

£19

Wednesday 12/08

£19

Thursday 13/08

Friday 14/08

£19

Saturday 15/08

£19

Sunday 16/08

£28

Monday 17/08

£19

Tuesday 18/08

£19

Wednesday 19/08

£19

Thursday 20/08

£19

Friday 21/08

£19

Saturday 22/08

£19

Sunday 23/08

Monday 24/08

£19

Tuesday 25/08

£19

Wednesday 26/08

£19

Thursday 27/08

£24

Friday 28/08

£19

Saturday 29/08

£19

Sunday 30/08

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 £14, Saturday 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 £14. Evening 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

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	22/07/2026

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.

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

N St David St

Central Coach Station

Park Ln 14

Town Hall

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 £14 and takes 8h 40m. 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 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £24. 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 £24. 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 and FlixBus. 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 and FlixBus.

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

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

More bus routes to Edinburgh and to Darlington

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