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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bolton to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bolton to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Sunderland will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bolton 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 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 45 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.
11:306h45Bolton18:15Sunderland£181One-way0 changes- 9:155h45Bolton15:00Sunderland£301One-way0 changes
- 9:155h45Bolton15:00Sunderland£301One-way0 changes
- 11:306h45Bolton18:15Sunderland£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 162 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolton to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Sunderland coaches for today, Friday 10 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 22:40 Bolton | 5h00 | 3:40 Sunderland | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 11 April | |||||
| 9:15 Bolton | 5h45 | 15:00 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:30 Bolton | 6h45 | 18:15 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bolton to Sunderland
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Buses from Bolton to Sunderland run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:52, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 162 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 162 km |
Average bus duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 5:52 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Bolton to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Bolton to Sunderland with FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bolton to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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