What is the best way to travel from Exeter to Darlington?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Darlington from Exeter?
You can reach Darlington with just £32 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.
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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National Express10h 35m008:40ExeterCoach Station19:15DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 08:40:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 19:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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National Express10h 35m008:40ExeterCoach Station19:15DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 08:40:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 19:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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National Express12h 55m002:05ExeterCoach Station15:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 02:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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National Express10h 50m008:40ExeterCoach Station19:30DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 08:40:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 19:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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National Express12h 55m002:05ExeterCoach Station15:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 02:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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National Express12h 55m002:05ExeterCoach Station15:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 02:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 17/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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National Express12h 55m002:05ExeterCoach Station15:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 17/12/2025 02:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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National Express12h 55m002:05ExeterCoach Station15:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 02:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £62 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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National Express13h 0m002:05ExeterCoach Station15:05DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 02:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
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National Express13h 15m006:15ExeterCoach Station19:30DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 06:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 19:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
Cheapest Buses Friday
What are the fastest trips from Exeter to Darlington?
You can get to Darlington from Exeter in just 10h 35m with a Bus from National Express. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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National Express10h 35m008:40ExeterCoach Station19:15DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 08:40:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 19:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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National Express10h 35m008:40ExeterCoach Station19:15DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 08:40:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 19:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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National Express12h 55m002:05ExeterCoach Station15:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 14/12/2025 02:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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National Express10h 50m008:40ExeterCoach Station19:30DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 08:40:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 19:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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National Express12h 55m002:05ExeterCoach Station15:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 02:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
Fastest Buses Monday
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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National Express12h 55m002:05ExeterCoach Station15:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 02:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 17/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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National Express12h 55m002:05ExeterCoach Station15:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 17/12/2025 02:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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National Express12h 55m002:05ExeterCoach Station15:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 02:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £62 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 55m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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National Express11h 5m016:55ExeterCoach Station04:00DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 16:55:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
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National Express13h 0m002:05ExeterCoach Station15:05DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 02:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
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National Express13h 15m006:15ExeterCoach Station19:30DarlingtonCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 06:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 19:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
Fastest Buses Friday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Exeter to Darlington
What are the most popular stations in Exeter and Darlington?
In Exeter, you will usually depart from Central Station, St Davids Station or Cranbrook Train Station, while in Darlington you will be arriving at Central Station, Dinsdale Train Station or Central Coach 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 Darlington from Exeter? With 2 connections between 1 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 Exeter and Darlington, you can pay as low as £32 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 Bus from National Express: you will get to Darlington in just 10h 35m.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 Exeter and Darlington are 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 Exeter and Darlington 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 Topsham or to Durham Tees Valley Airport, and look at flights from Exeter 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 Exeter to Darlington?
The most popular companies between Exeter and Darlington, are National Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
All you need to know when you travel from Exeter to Darlington
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Exeter to Darlington. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Exeter to Darlington
How can I reach Darlington from Exeter?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus, with which you can get to Darlington from Exeter.
How far is Darlington from Exeter?
The distance between Exeter and Darlington is 443.5 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Exeter and Darlington?
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 12 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 75 kgs, and a flight 109 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Exeter to Darlington?
You can get to Darlington with just £32 by taking a Bus from National Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Darlington?
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 Darlington in just 10h 35m with a Bus from National Express.
More routes to Exeter and to Darlington
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Exeter and to Darlington. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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