🚌 Bus from Chilton to Darlington
3 direct routes · about 30 min · first bus 05:28, last bus 22:59 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Arriva North East | ~30 min | 72 | 05:28 | 22:59 | Wheatsheaf (S-bound) |
| 8 | Arriva North East | ~23 min | 13 | 06:55 | 18:35 | Wheatsheaf (S-bound) |
| ED5 | Arriva North East | ~28 min | 1 | 17:35 | 17:35 | Wheatsheaf (S-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Chilton 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 Chilton to Darlington?
3 routes run directly from Chilton to Darlington: the 7 (Arriva North East), the 8 (Arriva North East), the ED5 (Arriva North East).
How long does the bus take from Chilton to Darlington?
Around 30 minutes on the 7, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Chilton to Darlington?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 7) leaves around 05:28 and the last around 22:59. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Chilton to Darlington?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.