What is the cheapest way to get from Darlington to Keele?

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Keele is to bus via Manchester which costs £25 - £60 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Darlington to Keele?

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Keele is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Keele?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Keele. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at M6 Keele Services Southbound via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Darlington to Keele?

The distance between Darlington and Keele is 155 miles. The road distance is 138.2 miles.

How do I travel from Darlington to Keele without a car?

The best way to get from Darlington to Keele without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 24m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Darlington to Keele?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Darlington to Keele, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Keele bus from?

Darlington to Keele bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Darlington station.

Where does the Darlington to Keele bus arrive?

Darlington to Keele bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Keele?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Keele is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Darlington to Keele.

Where can I stay near Keele?

There are 956+ hotels available in Keele.

Darlington to Keele - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 25 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Darlington to Keele by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to M6 Keele Services Southboundbus Uk023
3h 24m
Bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Bus Stationbus Uk980 / ...
5h 9m
£25–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Darlington to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to M6 Keele Services Southboundbus Uk023
4h 26m
Drive 137.4 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Keelecar 137.4 mi
2h 59m
£34–49
Train, line 25 bus
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trenttrain
3. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent station to Sneyd Arms PHbus 25
3h 52m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Darlington to Keele.

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Distance: 154 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Darlington, England and Keele, England?

You can take a bus from Darlington to M6 Keele Services Southbound via Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 26m.

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