Blackburn to Sunderland bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Blackburn to Sunderland

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£0

Average price

£-0

Fastest journey

5 h 17 m

Average duration

5 h 53 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

147 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Blackburn to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast coaches

To travel from Blackburn to Sunderland you need to make at least 2 changes.

The Blackburn Bus Company
09:255h35
Blackburn
15:00Sunderland
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3 changes
Rosso
09:485h17
Blackburn
15:05Sunderland
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2 changes
The Blackburn Bus Company
14:255h40
Blackburn
20:05Sunderland
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3 changes
The Blackburn Bus Company
17:006h00
Blackburn
23:00Sunderland
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3 changes
The Blackburn Bus Company
20:406h55
Blackburn
03:35Sunderland
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3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Blackburn to Sunderland

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £68.

Distance: 147 km

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£35

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Cheapest

£92

Average Price

5h 20m

Average total duration

4h 50m

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30m

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3h 50m

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3h 20m

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Live departures

Blackburn to Sunderland bus times

The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Sunderland coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 10:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
The Blackburn Bus Company14:05 Blackburn
6h00
20:05 Sunderland3 changes
The Blackburn Bus Company17:10 Blackburn
5h50
23:00 Sunderland3 changes
The Blackburn Bus Company20:40 Blackburn
6h55
03:35 Sunderland3 changes
Saturday 6 December
The Blackburn Bus Company09:25 Blackburn
5h35
15:00 Sunderland3 changes
Rosso09:48 Blackburn
5h17
15:05 Sunderland2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Blackburn to Sunderland

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Buses from Blackburn to Sunderland run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 07:56, the last at 18:05. The fastest coach covers the 147 km distance in 8h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
147 km
Average bus duration
4h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
8h 0m
First bus
07:56
Last bus
18:05
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Rosso, The Blackburn Bus Company from Blackburn to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Blackburn to Sunderland with National Express, Rosso, The Blackburn Bus Company for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£23
National Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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Rosso

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 17m
Rosso frequency
1 a day

The Blackburn Bus Company

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 35m
The Blackburn Bus Company frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Blackburn to Sunderland coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn to Sunderland by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sunderland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Blackburn to Sunderland can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Blackburn to Sunderland is £41; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Blackburn to Sunderland is 5 h 42 min   to travel the 91 mile long trip, with around there are 2 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Blackburn to Sunderland leaves at 08: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Blackburn to Sunderland leaves at 18: 10.
There are 2 coaches a day from Blackburn to Sunderland which require at least one change with National Express, Rosso or The Blackburn Bus Company. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Blackburn to Sunderland coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express, Rosso or The Blackburn Bus Company. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Blackburn and Sunderland to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from Blackburn to Sunderland is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Blackburn and Sunderland including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Blackburn to Sunderland has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Blackburn to Sunderland.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Blackburn to Sunderland.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Blackburn to Sunderland.
    No, luggage for the coach from Blackburn to Sunderland needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Blackburn to Sunderland.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Blackburn to Sunderland.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Blackburn to Sunderland.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Blackburn to Sunderland.

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    The major coach station for departures in Blackburn is Blackburn, Penny Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackburn, Penny Street for your trip from Blackburn to Sunderland.
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