How far is Darlington from Leeds by coach?

The distance between Leeds and Darlington by coach is approximately 51 miles (82 km).

What is the best way to go from Leeds to Darlington without a car?

You can travel to Darlington from Leeds by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus from Leeds to Darlington from £17 | Compare & Save up to 12%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Leeds to Darlington on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 25m	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 25m	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Darlington on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 25m	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 25m	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Darlington on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 25m	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 25m	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Darlington on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 25m	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 25m	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Darlington on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 25m	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 25m	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Darlington on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 25m	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 25m	15:00	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Next departures from Leeds to Darlington on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 30m	15:05	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:35	Leeds Coach Station	1h 30m	15:05	Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:59 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Leeds to Darlington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Darlington. The journey takes about 56 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

56mAverage duration

51 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£19 - £20	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £82	Average duration56m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£10 - £10	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29711 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £19

National Express Leeds Darlington recent customer reviews

The travel was fantastic drivers where nice and helpfull no delays on time no problems at all

Richard H.

10 June 2023

Traffic jams. Toilets were constantly smelly.

Stefan G.

12 March 2019

Megabus UK

3.5/54,270 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Leeds and Darlington?

Stops in Leeds

A - Leeds Coach Station

B - Leeds Bradford Airport

C - 20 Central Rd

D - Leeds Bus Stop F5

E - St Peter's Street

F - Leeds

Stops in Darlington

A - Darlington Bus Stop (opp Town Hall)

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Leeds to Darlington

How far is Darlington from Leeds by coach?
The distance between Leeds and Darlington by coach is approximately 51 miles (82 km).
What is the best way to go from Leeds to Darlington without a car?
You can travel to Darlington from Leeds by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/11

£17

14/11

£18

Today

£18

16/11

£17

17/11

£18

18/11

£18

19/11

£17

20/11

£18

The cheapest trip from Leeds to Darlington was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of £17

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

You can expect to pay from £17 to £20 for a bus ticket from Leeds to Darlington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-11-16.