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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Darlington is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Darlington is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Darlington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Dolphin Centre. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Darlington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Darlington. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Scotland to Darlington?

The distance between Scotland and Darlington is 207 miles. The road distance is 166.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Darlington without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 4m and costs £80 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Scotland to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Darlington bus from?

Scotland to Darlington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Darlington train from?

Scotland to Darlington train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Darlington?

The best way to get from Scotland to Darlington is to train via Edinburgh which takes 3h 4m and costs £80 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Scotland to Darlington bus arrive?

Scotland to Darlington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dolphin Centre station.

Where does the Scotland to Darlington train arrive?

Scotland to Darlington train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Darlington is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Scotland to Darlington.

How do I get a train ticket from Scotland to Darlington?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Scotland to Darlington?

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

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Scotland to Darlington - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Scotland to Darlington by train, bus, or car

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain Edinburgh - Darlington / ...
3h 4m
£84–242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dolphin Centrebus 591
5h 10m
£27–40
Drive 165.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Darlingtoncar 165.6 mi
3h 4m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Darlingtontrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
3h 22m
£90–270

Scotland to Darlington by train

219Weekly Trains

3h 4mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.4 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Scotland and Darlington, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Darlington via Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dolphin Centre once daily. Tickets cost £27–40 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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