Coach Bournemouth to Darlington from £31

Which bus from Bournemouth to Darlington is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Bournemouth to Darlington. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

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£48

Tuesday

£48

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£49

Friday

£43

Saturday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	12h 30m	07:00	Bournemouth	Train Station	19:30	Darlington	Central Coach Station	Economy	£48	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 07:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 19:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m
National Express	10h 20m	04:40	Bournemouth	Train Station	15:00	Darlington	Central Coach Station	Economy	£49	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 04:40:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 20m
National Express	9h 45m	18:15	Bournemouth	Train Station	04:00	Darlington	Central Coach Station	Economy	£49	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 18:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
National Express	13h 0m	15:00	Bournemouth	University	04:00	Darlington	Central Coach Station	Economy	£49	A Bus from National Express goes from University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 15:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	10h 20m	04:40	Bournemouth	Train Station	15:00	Darlington	Central Coach Station		Economy	£48	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 04:40:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 20m
	National Express	10h 30m	17:30	Bournemouth	Train Station	04:00	Darlington	Central Coach Station		Economy	£48	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 17:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 17/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	10h 30m	17:30	Bournemouth	Train Station	04:00	Darlington	Central Coach Station		Economy	£49	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 17:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m
	National Express	10h 20m	04:40	Bournemouth	Train Station	15:00	Darlington	Central Coach Station		Economy	£51	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 04:40:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 15:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	10h 25m	04:40	Bournemouth	Train Station	15:05	Darlington	Central Coach Station	Economy	£43	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 04:40:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 25m
National Express	9h 45m	18:15	Bournemouth	Train Station	04:00	Darlington	Central Coach Station	Economy	£47	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 18:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
National Express	13h 50m	05:40	Bournemouth	Train Station	19:30	Darlington	Central Coach Station	Economy	£74	A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 05:40:00 to Central Coach Station, Darlington (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 19:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £74 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Bournemouth to Darlington is £31 on 12/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Bournemouth and Darlington?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Bournemouth to Darlington. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Bournemouth to Darlington. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Bournemouth and Darlington.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 5 coaches from Bournemouth to Darlington, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Bournemouth and Darlington, with 1 offers.

All facts for Bournemouth to Darlington bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 2 times by bus from Bournemouth to Darlington in one click. Book your Bournemouth to Darlington bus ticket starting from £31!

Cheapest Bus	£31
Fastest Bus	9h 45m
Earliest Coach	04:40
Latest Coach	18:15
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	423.5 km
Coach Companies	National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bournemouth to Darlington?

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Bournemouth for Darlington. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 14/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 08/12

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

Thursday 11/12

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

£49

Tuesday 16/12

£48

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

£49

Friday 19/12

£43

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

£39

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

£51

Wednesday 24/12

£61

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

Monday 29/12

Tuesday 30/12

Wednesday 31/12

Thursday 01/01

£65

Friday 02/01

Saturday 03/01

Sunday 04/01

The cheapest time to travel from Bournemouth to Darlington

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bournemouth to Darlington, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £43, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bournemouth to Darlington. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £49.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bournemouth to Darlington, with £39. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £48.

How to save money travelling from Bournemouth to Darlington

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Bournemouth to Darlington in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Bournemouth to Darlington, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Bournemouth to Darlington are also emptier.

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What are the most popular bus companies from Bournemouth to Darlington?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Bournemouth to Darlington timetable.

National Express from Bournemouth to Darlington

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Bournemouth to Darlington:

Cheapest Price	£43
Fastest Coach	9h 45m
Earliest Coach	04:40
Last Coach	18:15
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	11/12/2025

In total 1 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Bournemouth and Darlington

Here is a map with all coach stations in Bournemouth and Darlington. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Central Coach Station

Bournemouth Bus Station

University

Fern Barrow

Westbourne

Poole Rd

Square

Gervis Pl 9

Pier

Exeter Road

Central Coach Station

Park Ln 14

Town Hall

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Bournemouth to Darlington

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bournemouth to Darlington. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Bournemouth to Darlington bus

How much does a Bournemouth Darlington coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bournemouth Darlington bus trip is available from £31 and takes 10h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bournemouth to Darlington?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £31 to £74. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Darlington.

How many connections are available for the Bournemouth Darlington route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Bournemouth to Darlington is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Darlington from Bournemouth take?

The quickest coach from Bournemouth to Darlington is provided by National Express and takes 9h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £49. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bournemouth to Darlington?

The earliest bus to Darlington departs from Bournemouth at 04:40. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Bournemouth to Darlington?

The latest bus to Darlington departs from Bournemouth at 18:15. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Bournemouth Darlington route?

Passengers looking to travel from Bournemouth to Darlington can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Darlington?

You can check all the direct connections between Bournemouth and Darlington by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Darlington from Bournemouth?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Bournemouth Darlington bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bournemouth Darlington bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bournemouth to Darlington on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Bournemouth to Darlington?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bournemouth to Darlington

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Bournemouth and to Darlington

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bournemouth and to Darlington. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!