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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Blackpool to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Blackpool to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Sunderland will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 2 buses that leave Blackpool for Sunderland every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 162 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Blackpool to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 162 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Blackpool to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Sunderland coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 08:45 Blackpool | 5h25 | 14:10 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:50 Blackpool | 6h55 | 21:45 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:15 Blackpool | 7h25 | 02:40 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Blackpool to Sunderland
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Buses from Blackpool to Sunderland run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 162 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 162 km |
Average bus duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 02:06 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Blackpool to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Blackpool to Sunderland with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Blackpool to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool 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.
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