Bus from London to Darlington
2 direct routes · about 385 min · first and last bus 08:30 (weekdays).
Next buses to Darlington as of 12:16
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in London, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 815 | National Express | ~385 min | 1 | Fridays only | 15:30 | 15:30 | Victoria Coach Station (north-east bound) | Dolphin Centre | Leeds |
| 591 | National Express | ~385 min | 1 | Sat 1 · Sun 1 | 08:30 | 08:30 | Victoria Coach Station (north-east bound) | Dolphin Centre | Milton Keynes, Sheffield & Leeds |
Times are for the first boarding point in London on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 815 bus or 591 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from London to Darlington?
2 routes run directly from London to Darlington: the 815 (National Express), the 591 (National Express). The most frequent is the 815, once each weekday — board at Victoria Coach Station (north-east bound) and get off at Dolphin Centre, about 385 minutes.
How long does the bus take from London to Darlington?
Around 385 minutes on the 591, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Leeds on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from London to Darlington?
On weekdays the first and last direct bus leaves around 08:30. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from London to Darlington?
This is a long-distance coach service, so the England £3 bus fare cap does not apply — nor do local bus tickets or passes. Coach operators set their own fares and price by demand, so booking further ahead is usually much cheaper than buying on the day.