The journey to Darlington from Stockton-on-Tees takes just 26 minutes.

Buses operate daily with up to 62 services per day. Depending on the day of travel, the first bus departs Stockton-on-Tees at 06:02.

Arriva North East operates between Stockton-on-Tees and Darlington 7 days per week.

Service days Daily
Services per day up to 50
Shortest trip 26 minutes
First departure 06:02
Last departure 22:40

Travel from Stockton-on-Tees to Darlington with Stagecoach North East in 42 minutes.

Service days Daily
Services per day up to 12
Shortest trip 42 minutes
First departure 06:05
Last departure 17:17

Your questions answered

  • Is there a daily bus service between Stockton-on-Tees and Darlington?

    Yes, buses operate daily from Stockton-on-Tees to Darlington, departing as early as 06:02.

  • How long is the bus trip from Stockton-on-Tees to Darlington?

    The fastest bus to Darlington from Stockton-on-Tees takes 26 minutes. Check the trip duration when booking, as the slowest bus takes 58 minutes longer.

  • How do I buy tickets for travel to Darlington from Stockton-on-Tees?

    It's not yet possible to buy tickets for this trip directly from ByBus but we're working on it!

  • Which bus companies operate between Stockton-on-Tees and Darlington?

    Arriva North East and Stagecoach North East run buses to Darlington from Stockton-on-Tees.

  • What time is the earliest bus from Stockton-on-Tees to Darlington?

    The first bus to Darlington from Stockton-on-Tees leaves at 06:02. The journey takes 26 minutes.

  • When is the last bus to Darlington from Stockton-on-Tees?

    The last bus leaves Stockton-on-Tees at 17:17, arriving into Darlington at 18:38. Get there in plenty of time so you don't miss it.

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  • Daily except Sunday
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Stockton-on-Tees
  • Daily
28 minutes 9.8 miles