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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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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Loughborough to Sunderland
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £34
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £34
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 8 h 15 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 8 h 15 m
- Buses on 02 Nov
- 1
- Distance
- 238 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Loughborough to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loughborough to Sunderland will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
Fast coaches
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 buses from Loughborough to Sunderland, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 238 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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.
3:05 8h15 Loughborough 11:20 Sunderland £34 1 One-way 0 changes
3:05 8h15 Loughborough 11:20 Sunderland £34 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Loughborough to Sunderland
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Take a bus from Loughborough to Sunderland and enjoy the approximately 238 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 18:05.
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.
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Train from £86
Distance 238 km |
First bus 3:05 |
Last bus 18:05 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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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 £86
Frequently asked questions about your Loughborough to Sunderland trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Loughborough to Sunderland.
The earliest coach from Loughborough to Sunderland leaves at 3:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Loughborough to Sunderland leaves at 18:05.
Live departures
Loughborough to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Loughborough to Sunderland coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:05 Loughborough | 8h15 | 11:20 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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- 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: Loughborough to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loughborough 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.
Yes, you can take a train between Loughborough and Sunderland.
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