Bus Travel in Darlington

Wander darling Victorian houses and the bustling market square in Darlington - without having the hassle of parking!

Darlington has a proud heritage as a railway town and a delightful market square, flanked by attractive Victorian terraced streets, providing a lovely mix of old and new, surrounded by four national parks. During your visit, be sure to see the famous railway museum! Why not let us drive while you relax and enjoy the scenery by bus? 

We offer over 15 bus routes in and around Darlington so you can easily explore the town by bus. Jump on a bus and visit Durham, Stockton and Middlesbrough, as well as numerous local stops within the town of Darlington itself.

Zone maps

Take a look at our zone maps showing bus routes and ticket zone boundaries:

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