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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Glasgow from Darlington. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 5 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
5h 5m
£17
£24
1
Train
3h 12m
£40
£55
13

What is the cheapest way to reach Glasgow from Darlington?

You can reach Glasgow with just £17 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.

Sunday
from £31
Monday
from £31
Tuesday
from £17
Wednesday
from £24
Thursday
from £24
Friday
from £17
Saturday
from £24

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31

    • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    4h 4m
    0
    08:43
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    12:47
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £40
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 15m
    0
    09:32
    Darlington
    Central Station
    12:47
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £40
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 20m
    0
    10:29
    Darlington
    Central Station
    13:49
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £40
  • Northern
    3h 46m
    0
    08:02
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:48
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £45
  • CrossCountry
    3h 16m
    0
    11:59
    Darlington
    Central Station
    15:15
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £54

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31

    • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 25m
    0
    07:10
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:35
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £47
  • Northern
    3h 48m
    0
    07:48
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £51
  • CrossCountry
    3h 12m
    0
    06:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £54
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    08:03
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £58
  • Northern
    4h 0m
    0
    06:07
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £71

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17

    • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 25m
    0
    07:10
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:35
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £48
  • CrossCountry
    3h 12m
    0
    06:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £54
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    08:03
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £54
  • Northern
    3h 58m
    0
    07:20
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:18
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £83
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 42m
    0
    07:45
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:27
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £83

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24

    • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Northern
    3h 48m
    0
    07:48
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £48
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    08:03
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £48
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 25m
    0
    07:10
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:35
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £51
  • CrossCountry
    3h 12m
    0
    06:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £55
  • Northern
    4h 0m
    0
    06:07
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £72

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    5h 15m
    0
    15:05
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:20
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17

    • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 25m
    0
    07:10
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:35
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £46
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    08:03
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £46
  • CrossCountry
    3h 12m
    0
    06:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £55
  • Northern
    3h 48m
    0
    07:48
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £69
  • Northern
    4h 0m
    0
    06:07
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £83

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24

    • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Northern
    3h 29m
    0
    13:09
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    16:38
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £42
  • Northern
    3h 32m
    0
    14:07
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    17:39
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £45
  • Northern
    3h 28m
    0
    09:07
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    12:35
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £50
  • Northern
    3h 29m
    0
    11:07
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    14:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £50
  • Northern
    3h 37m
    0
    09:45
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    13:22
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £60

What are the fastest trips from Darlington to Glasgow?

You can get to Glasgow from Darlington in just 3h 12m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 3h 15m
Monday
from 3h 12m
Tuesday
from 3h 12m
Wednesday
from 3h 12m
Thursday
from 5h 5m
Friday
from 3h 12m
Saturday
from 3h 28m

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 15m
    0
    09:32
    Darlington
    Central Station
    12:47
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £40
  • CrossCountry
    3h 16m
    0
    11:59
    Darlington
    Central Station
    15:15
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £54
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 20m
    0
    10:29
    Darlington
    Central Station
    13:49
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £40
  • Northern
    3h 46m
    0
    08:02
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:48
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £45
  • Northern
    4h 4m
    0
    08:43
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    12:47
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £40

    • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 12m
    0
    06:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £54
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 25m
    0
    07:10
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:35
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £47
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    08:03
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £58
  • Northern
    3h 48m
    0
    07:48
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £51
  • Northern
    4h 0m
    0
    06:07
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £71

    • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 12m
    0
    06:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £54
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 25m
    0
    07:10
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:35
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £48
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    08:03
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £54
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 42m
    0
    07:45
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:27
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £83
  • Northern
    3h 58m
    0
    07:20
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:18
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £83

    • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 12m
    0
    06:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £55
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 25m
    0
    07:10
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:35
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £51
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    08:03
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £48
  • Northern
    3h 48m
    0
    07:48
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £48
  • Northern
    4h 0m
    0
    06:07
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £72

    • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 12m
    0
    06:55
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £55
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 25m
    0
    07:10
    Darlington
    Central Station
    10:35
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £46
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    3h 33m
    0
    08:03
    Darlington
    Central Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £46
  • Northern
    3h 48m
    0
    07:48
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    11:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £69
  • Northern
    4h 0m
    0
    06:07
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    10:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £83

    • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    5h 15m
    0
    15:05
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:20
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Northern
    3h 28m
    0
    09:07
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    12:35
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £50
  • Northern
    3h 29m
    0
    13:09
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    16:38
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £42
  • Northern
    3h 29m
    0
    11:07
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    14:36
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £50
  • Northern
    3h 32m
    0
    14:07
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    17:39
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £45
  • Northern
    3h 37m
    0
    09:45
    Darlington
    Dinsdale Train Station
    13:22
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £60

    • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    15:00
    Darlington
    Central Coach Station
    20:05
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Darlington to Glasgow

What are the most popular stations in Darlington and Glasgow?

In Darlington, you will usually depart from Central Station, Dinsdale Train Station or Central Coach Station, while in Glasgow you will be arriving at Buchanan Bus Station, Central Station or Queen Street 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 Glasgow from Darlington? With 5 connections between 5 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 Glasgow, you can pay as low as £17 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 CrossCountry: you will get to Glasgow in just 3h 12m.

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 Glasgow are Northern, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and National Express, 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 Glasgow 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 Bishopbriggs, and look at flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport, and landing at Glasgow 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 Glasgow?

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

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: Northern, London North Eastern Railway (LNER), CrossCountry and 1 more.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Darlington to Glasgow. 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 Glasgow

How can I reach Glasgow from Darlington?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Glasgow from Darlington.

How far is Glasgow from Darlington?

The distance between Darlington and Glasgow is 226.8 km.

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

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 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 39 kgs, and a flight 56 kgs.

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

You can get to Glasgow with just £17 by taking a Bus from National Express.

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

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 Glasgow in just 3h 12m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Darlington and to Glasgow

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