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Compare train and bus for Darlington to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of DKK 181 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of DKK 181, while a train costs an average of DKK 412.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
DKK 181 Average price Cheapest | DKK 412 Average price | DKK 241 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Darlington to Manchester
Compare the available ways to get from Darlington to Manchester, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Darlington to Manchester:
A bus is DKK 231 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darlington to Manchester costing on average DKK 412.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
Tickets start at around DKK 181 compared to roughly DKK 241 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about DKK 60. The journey takes 2h 50m versus 2h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Darlington to Manchester
How to get from Darlington to Manchester by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Darlington to Manchester is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus7:50 PM 2h50 Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) 10:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange DKK 80 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
- FlixBus
7:50 PM 2h50 Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) 10:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange DKK 80 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
- G15922
12:35 PM 1h43 Darlington station (DAR) 2:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) DKK 384 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
- C24965
2:35 PM 1h43 Darlington station (DAR) 4:18 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) DKK 384 1 One-way 0 transfers - G15900
1:35 PM 1h44 Darlington station (DAR) 3:19 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) DKK 384 1 One-way 0 transfers - G15833+
W299351:05 PM 2h04 Darlington station (DAR) 3:09 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) DKK 401 1 One-way 1 transfer
- NX591 · NX170
2:25 PM 4h18 Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) 6:43 PM Manchester, Miles Platting DKK 241 1 One-way 1 transfer - NX591 · NX170
2:25 PM 4h35 Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) 7:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station DKK 241 1 One-way 1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Darlington to Manchester:
A bus is DKK 231 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darlington to Manchester costing on average DKK 412.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
- Around 7 trains per day.
- Around 2 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Darlington and Manchester as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Darlington station (DAR) and arrive in Manchester Victoria (MCV).
- Buses mostly depart from Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) and arrive in Manchester, Coach Station.
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Manchester by bus.
- Travel with Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Northern Rail to go to Manchester by train.
- 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
- 3 direct trains per day with Transpennine Express.
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