The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Sunderland
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
10 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Sunderland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Sunderland will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 2 buses that leave Luton 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 342 km distance in an average of 10 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 5 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 train, coach and flight for Luton to Sunderland
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Sunderland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £46.
Distance: 342 km
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £179 Average Price | £130 Average Price |
6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to Sunderland bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Sunderland coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:55 Luton | 9h15 | 02:10 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 03:30 Luton | 9h10 | 12:40 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:00 Luton | 11h05 | 18:05 Sunderland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Sunderland
Buses from Luton to Sunderland run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 342 km distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 342 km |
Average bus duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 03:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Luton to SunderlandYou can travel by bus between Luton to Sunderland with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Luton to Sunderland coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

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