- 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chester to Sunderland
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Take a bus from Chester to Sunderland and enjoy the approximately 215 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55.
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
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Train from £29
Distance 215 km |
Buses per day 2 |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £29
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
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: Chester to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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.
The earliest coach from Chester to Sunderland leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Chester to Sunderland leaves at 23:55.
When departing from Chester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange), Liverpool, Liverpool One, Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire Oaks (Outlet Village) . When arriving in Sunderland , you can end your route in coach stations like Sunderland, Interchange, Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange), 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.
The cheapest month for a coach from Chester to Sunderland is October.
Yes, you can take a train between Chester and Sunderland.
No, the coach from Chester to Sunderland has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Chester to Sunderland.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Chester to Sunderland.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Chester to Sunderland.
No, luggage for the coach from Chester to Sunderland needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Chester to Sunderland.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Chester to Sunderland.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Chester to Sunderland.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Chester to Sunderland.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Sunderland
Most Chester to Sunderland buses use the Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) to Sunderland, Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Sunderland bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Chester
Arrival bus stations in Sunderland
Which Chester station do buses to Sunderland leave from?
Buses from Chester to Sunderland leave from Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange). The station is from Chester city centre at Bus Interchange, Chester CH1 3EF, UK.
Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange)Bus Interchange, Chester CH1 3EF, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) from Chester city centre
Bus11, 11A · 4m · £2 · every ~8 min
61, 16, 62 · 8m · £4 · every ~9 min
Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) bus station facilities and services
Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available within the interchange. ATMs are available at Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange): Fully accessible with ramps and elevators.
Which Sunderland station do buses from Chester arrive at?
Buses from Chester to Sunderland most often arrive at Sunderland, Interchange. Some services arrive at Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Sunderland arrival station.
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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