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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Brighton to Sunderland
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£36
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
10 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
11 h
Buses on 15 Sept
2
Distance
461 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Brighton to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Sunderland will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Fast coaches
To travel from Brighton to Sunderland you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus16:0511h05Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road3:10Sunderland, Interchange£361One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus16:1510h55Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)3:10Sunderland, Interchange£361One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus16:1510h55Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park)3:10Sunderland, Interchange£361One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus16:0511h05Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road3:10Sunderland, Interchange£361One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Brighton to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £76 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £76, while a train costs an average of £223.
Distance: 461 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£76 Average Price Cheapest | £223 Average Price | £87 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Sunderland is a coach with an average price of £76.
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Sunderland:
A coach is £147 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Sunderland costing on average £223.
The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Sunderland is by train with an average journey time of 4h 30m.
Other travel options to Sunderland take longer:
Coach takes on average 10h 2m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Sunderland including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £76 compared to roughly £87 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £11. The journey takes 10h 2m versus 6h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Brighton to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Sunderland coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:05 Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road | 11h05 | 3:10 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:15 Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park) | 10h55 | 3:10 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Brighton to Sunderland coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Brighton to Sunderland.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton to Sunderland.
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- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brighton to Sunderland
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Brighton to Sunderland run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £66 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 461 km distance in 8h 43m.
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 461 km |
Average bus duration 10h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 8h 43m |
First bus 2:35 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 56 days |
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 from Brighton to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Sunderland with National Express for as low as £66. 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 National Express Duration
8h 43m
Cheapest National Express Price
£66
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.
What's included in each class
Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.
Complete guide to Sunderland
Things to do in Sunderland
Discover the best of Sunderland — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sunderland trip today.
- Must visit
Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
Main city museum covering Sunderland’s history, archaeology, and changing exhibitions. A practical introduction to the city and region.
- Must visit
National Glass Centre
Glass-focused museum with exhibitions, demonstrations, and studio activity reflecting Sunderland’s industrial heritage and creative scene.
- Recommended
North East Land, Sea and Air Museums
Volunteer-run museum at the restored station featuring vintage trams, buses, and transport displays. Best for engineering and family visits.
- Must visit
Roker Beach
Long sandy seafront with promenade, cafés nearby, and broad views. Popular for walking, sea air, and classic coastal Sunderland scenes.
- Recommended
Seaburn
Seaside area north of Roker with beach, promenade, and open views. A relaxed place for walks and a local feel beyond the city centre.
- Recommended
Mowbray Park
Historic public park beside the museum and winter gardens. It offers flower beds, monuments, and a central green break in the city.
- Gluten-free
Panackelty
Panackelty is a North East comfort dish of layered potatoes, onions and corned beef or bacon, slowly baked. It is a long-standing Wearside home staple.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Pease Pudding
Pease pudding is a thick split-pea savoury paste, often served with ham or stotties. It is a classic staple across Sunderland and the wider North East.
Stottie Cake
Stottie cake is a dense round North East bread, usually split and filled with ham and pease pudding. It is strongly associated with local working-class food culture.
Latimer's Seafood Deli and Cafe
Popular seafront seafood restaurant at Roker serving fish, shellfish and classic British dishes in a relaxed modern setting.
Angelo's Ristorante
Well-known city centre Italian restaurant with pizzas, pasta and grilled dishes. Lively, dependable and good for casual meals.
Spice Empire
Established Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service. Comfortable setting close to the city centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Generally cheaper than London and many UK tourist cities, with lower hotel rates, modest dining prices and reasonably priced local transport.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.50
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Sunderland Interchange -> Sunderland Railway Station
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- On Tyne and Wear Metro, Pop Pay As You Go caps adult single fares at £2.50 and day fares at £5.00.
- Stagecoach says contactless payment is available on all its buses. Check operator ticket validity before boarding if changing between bus and Metro.
FAQs: Brighton to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Sunderland can start from as little as £66 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Sunderland is £76; 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 Brighton to Sunderland is 8h 43m to travel the 461 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Brighton to Sunderland leaves at 2:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Brighton to Sunderland leaves at 23:35.
There are 6 coaches a day from Brighton to Sunderland which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Brighton to Sunderland, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Sunderland. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Brighton and Sunderland and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Brighton , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Brighton, Preston Circus, Brighton, Old Steine South (Stop Z), Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park), Brighton, Preston Park, Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road, Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station . When arriving in Sunderland , you can end your route in coach stations like Sunderland, Interchange.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Brighton, Preston Circus, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sunderland, Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Sunderland from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 43m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton to Sunderland is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Sunderland including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Brighton to Sunderland:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Sunderland for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Brighton to Sunderland depends on the coach companies:
- National Express
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Sunderland.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to Sunderland:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Brighton to Sunderland:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Sunderland.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Brighton to Sunderland with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Sunderland with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Brighton to Sunderland with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Sunderland
Most Brighton to Sunderland buses use the Brighton, Preston Circus to Sunderland, Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Sunderland bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Brighton
Arrival bus stations in Sunderland
Which Brighton station do buses to Sunderland leave from?
Buses from Brighton to Sunderland leave from Brighton, Preston Circus. The station is 1 km from Brighton city centre at Brighton (Preston Circus), Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 4QE, UK.
Brighton, Preston CircusBrighton (Preston Circus), Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 4QE, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Brighton, Preston Circus from Brighton city centre
Bus17 · 6m · £2 · every ~5 min
Brighton, Preston Circus bus station facilities and services
Brighton, Preston Circus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, Preston Circus. ATMs are available at Brighton, Preston Circus.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton, Preston Circus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton, Preston Circus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, Preston Circus: Buses with accessibility features serve this stop.
Brighton, Preston ParkPreston Manor and Preston Park, Preston Rd, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 6SD, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Brighton, Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Brighton, Preston Park is 1 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBrighton - Bedford, Brighton - London Bridge, Brighton - West Hampstead Thameslink, Brighton - Cambridge, Brighton - Luton, Brighton - Mill Hill Broadway · 3m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
BusUk998, Uk066 · 11m · £0.90 · every ~1 min
025 · 16m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Brighton, Preston Park bus station facilities and services
Brighton, Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton, Preston Park. ATMs are aTM available at the nearby convenience store.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton, Preston Park.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton, Preston Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton, Preston Park: Station is accessible with ramps for wheelchairs.
Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley RoadBrighton, Queens Rd, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 3XP, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road from Brighton city centre
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Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road bus station facilities and services
Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Snacks and drinks available at nearby shops.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road. ATMs are available at Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road: Station accessible with ramps and lifts.
Which Sunderland station do buses from Brighton arrive at?
Buses from Brighton to Sunderland arrive at Sunderland, Interchange. Sunderland, Interchange is from Sunderland city centre.
Sunderland, InterchangeSunderland Interchange, Sunderland SR1 3NX, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Sunderland, Interchange from Sunderland city centre
Bus35, 24, 61, 32, 36, 62, 63, 700N · 4m · every ~30 min
SubwayGrn · 1m · £4 · every ~19 min
Sunderland, Interchange bus station facilities and services
Sunderland, Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Fast food outlets available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available in waiting areas. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sunderland, Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sunderland, Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sunderland, Interchange: Step-free access throughout.
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