Bishop Auckland Bus Station Opening May 2026

2 months ago Thu 7th May 2026

The new Bishop Auckland Bus Station opens on Sunday 10 May 2026.

Arriva services will depart from the following stands

Service 1 to Darlington Stand B
Service 1 to Crook and Tow LawStand E until 1800 
Stand D after 1800
Service 5 to DarlingtonStand B
Service 6 to West AucklandStand C
Service 6 to DurhamStand D
Service 56 to Durham Stand D
Service 56 to Tindale CrescentStand C

In addition, services towards Cabin Gate will observe stops on Newgate Street at Specsavers and opposite Boyes.

Following customer requests, the 0720 service 56 from Durham will run via Bishop Auckland on the way to Tindale Crescent serving the Bus Station, Newgate Street, Cockton Hill Road and Watling Road allowing workers and students an earlier arrival in Bishop Auckland.