What's the distance between Darlington and Durham by coach?

The distance between Darlington and Durham by coach is approximately 18 miles (29 km).

How can I get from Darlington to Durham without driving?

You can travel to Durham from Darlington by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus from Darlington to Durham from £5 | Compare & Save up to 39%

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Darlington to Durham on 12 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:35	Darlington	35m	02:10	Durham University	No tags
Bus	03:50	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	35m	04:25	Durham Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:30	Darlington	35m	13:05	Durham University	No tags
Bus	16:30	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	40m	17:10	Durham Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:30	Darlington	35m	17:05	Durham University	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Darlington to Durham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

35mAverage duration

18 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£7 - £7	Average duration35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£6 - £21	Average duration16m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,268 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Darlington and Durham?

Stops in Darlington

A - Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)

Stops in Durham

A - Durham Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Darlington to Durham

What's the distance between Darlington and Durham by coach?
The distance between Darlington and Durham by coach is approximately 18 miles (29 km).
How can I get from Darlington to Durham without driving?
You can travel to Durham from Darlington by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/11

£5

11/11

£5

Today

£5

13/11

£5

14/11

No data

15/11

£5

16/11

£5

17/11

£5

The cheapest trip from Darlington to Durham was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Darlington to Durham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £5 to £8 for a bus ticket from Darlington to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-11-17.