How to get from Darlington to Durham

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What is the best way to travel from Darlington to Durham?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Durham from Darlington. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
0h 30m
£4
£4
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Train
0h 16m
£5
£6
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What is the cheapest way to reach Durham from Darlington?

You can reach Durham with just £4 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
Friday
from £4
Saturday
from £4
Sunday
from £4
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £4

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    03:55
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    04:25
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    19:30
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4

    • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    0h 16m
    0
    12:02
    Darlington
    Central Station
    12:18
    Durham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £5
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    0h 16m
    0
    13:02
    Darlington
    Central Station
    13:18
    Durham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £5
  • TransPennine Express
    0h 16m
    0
    12:50
    Darlington
    Central Station
    13:06
    Durham
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £5
  • CrossCountry
    0h 16m
    0
    12:07
    Darlington
    Central Station
    12:23
    Durham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £7
  • CrossCountry
    0h 16m
    0
    12:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    13:11
    Durham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £7

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    03:55
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    04:25
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    19:50
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    03:55
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    04:25
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    19:50
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    03:55
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    04:25
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4

What are the fastest trips from Darlington to Durham?

You can get to Durham from Darlington in just 0h 16m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER). But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
Friday
from 0h 16m
Saturday
from 0h 30m
Sunday
from 0h 30m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 0h 30m

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    0h 16m
    0
    12:02
    Darlington
    Central Station
    12:18
    Durham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £5
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    0h 16m
    0
    13:02
    Darlington
    Central Station
    13:18
    Durham
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £5
  • TransPennine Express
    0h 16m
    0
    12:50
    Darlington
    Central Station
    13:06
    Durham
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £5
  • CrossCountry
    0h 16m
    0
    12:07
    Darlington
    Central Station
    12:23
    Durham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £7
  • CrossCountry
    0h 16m
    0
    12:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    13:11
    Durham
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £7

    • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    03:55
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    04:25
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    19:30
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    03:55
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    04:25
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    19:50
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    03:55
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    04:25
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 35m
    0
    19:15
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    19:50
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    0h 30m
    0
    03:55
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    04:25
    Durham
    Central Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £4
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Darlington to Durham

What are the most popular stations in Darlington and Durham?

In Darlington, you will usually depart from Central Coach Station, Dinsdale Train Station or Central Station, while in Durham you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, University Palatine Centre or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Durham from Darlington? With 3 connections between 1 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Darlington and Durham, you can pay as low as £4 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER): you will get to Durham in just 0h 16m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Darlington and Durham are National Express, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Darlington and Durham is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Durham Tees Valley Airport or to Langley Park, and look at flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport, and landing at Durham Tees Valley Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Darlington to Durham?

The most popular companies between Darlington and Durham, are National Express, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: London North Eastern Railway (LNER), CrossCountry and TransPennine Express

All you need to know when you travel from Darlington to Durham

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Darlington to Durham. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Darlington to Durham

How can I reach Durham from Darlington?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Durham from Darlington.

How far is Durham from Darlington?

The distance between Darlington and Durham is 28.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Darlington and Durham?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 1 kgs, a car 5 kgs, and a flight 7 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Darlington to Durham?

You can get to Durham with just £4 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Darlington to Durham?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Durham in just 0h 16m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).

More routes to Darlington and to Durham

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Darlington and to Durham. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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