🚌 Bus from Barnard Castle to Darlington
3 direct routes · about 45 min · first bus 07:03, last bus 21:27 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X75 | Arriva North East | ~45 min | 21 | 07:03 | 21:27 | Galgate - Commercial Hotel (NE-bound) |
| X76 | Arriva North East | ~38 min | 8 | 09:27 | 17:02 | Galgate - Commercial Hotel (NE-bound) |
| 84 | Weardale Motor Services | ~43 min | 3 | 09:55 | 13:55 | Galgate - Commercial Hotel (NE-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Barnard Castle on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Barnard Castle to Darlington?
3 routes run directly from Barnard Castle to Darlington: the X75 (Arriva North East), the X76 (Arriva North East), the 84 (Weardale Motor Services).
How long does the bus take from Barnard Castle to Darlington?
Around 45 minutes on the X75, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Barnard Castle to Darlington?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X75) leaves around 07:03 and the last around 21:27. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Barnard Castle to Darlington?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.