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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
387 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Sunderland will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 5 buses that leave London for Sunderland every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 387 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 10 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 coach, train and flight for London to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £48.
Distance: 387 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price | £195 Average Price |
7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Sunderland coaches for today, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX426 | 17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h50 | 00:20 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h40 | 03:10 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:55 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h15 | 03:10 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX436 | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h10 | 06:10 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 March | |||||
| 07:00 London | 6h40 | 13:40 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:00 London | 7h00 | 21:00 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:30 London | 8h15 | 22:45 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Sunderland.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Sunderland.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to Sunderland.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Sunderland
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Buses from London to Sunderland run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 387 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 387 km |
Average bus duration 6h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between London to Sunderland with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from London to Sunderland
The journey from London to Sunderland via coach is an easy, direct journey, usually lasting under eight hours. There are coaches operating from London to Sunderland every day of the week including Saturdays and Sundays.
Which coach companies travel from London to Sunderland?
National Express is the only coach company proving a coach service between London and Sunderland. National Express is a well-known coach company with clean, well-equipped buses. There are toilets and WiFi available on board. National Express also offers mobile tickets.
How long is the coach from London to Sunderland?
The direct coach journey from London to Sunderland takes roughly seven hours 45 minutes. This does not include traffic times, which may vary depending on departure time and day, so passengers must take this into account. There are also indirect coaches available. This journey takes around eight hours and includes a single change that requires one hour's wait in Leeds.
How many coaches are there from London to Sunderland?
There are four direct coaches throughout the day travelling from London to Sunderland, including on Saturdays and Sundays. The earliest direct coach departs from London Victoria Coach Station at 9:30 a.m. and the last coach is 11:30 p.m. Please note that when travelling on the last bus, arrival in Sunderland will be on the following day.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to Sunderland?
Departure coach station: National Express Coaches from London to Sunderland all depart from London Victoria Coach Station. London Victoria Coach Station is situated in the heart of London’s West End and is easily reached by public transport or taxi. London Victoria Underground station is a five-minute walk away and is serviced by the District and Circle Lines. London Victoria station is also within a short distance and has regional trains connecting to the rest of the country. There are many local buses close by. Victoria Coach Station has storage lockers, toilets and a seated waiting area.
Arrival coach station: The arrival coach station in Sunderland is Park Lane. Sunderland Park Lane coach station is located in the heart of the city of Sunderland. The coach station has a bakery, coffee shop and newsagents. There are public toilets open between 06:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. The station is connected to the local Metro, which can take passengers to Newcastle, and other public transportation. There is a 24-hour taxi rank next door.
FAQs: London to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Sunderland
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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